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.
*3 days working from London office* Manage the Cyber Test and Validation process, Support Cyber Risk Assessment and drive Cyber Assurance programme across the bank through: Conduct cyber assessment of projects helping to drive adoption of application and infrastructure security controls and best practices. Advise on leading edge engineering to protect the bank's network from security risks related to web, mobile, web services, and Client Server architectures. Conduct risk reviews of 3rd party systems and applications to assess the standard and proprietary application security controls used by the application (eg authentication, authorization, input validation, output sanitization, error handling, application resilience) against bank policies and standards. Work with different teams in various jurisdictions where specific technology and cybersecurity regulations create requirements that are not directly supported by our global framework. Drive implementation of security controls in various platforms by working with technology infrastructure teams. Demonstrate deep understanding, passion and thought leadership for Information and Cybersecurity and its impact of new technologies, services and solutions. Investigate, coordinate and address Information and Cybersecurity incidents Act as liaison for global team in coordinating collection and preservation of forensic evidence in support of security event investigation. Analyse potential infrastructure security incidents to determine if incident qualifies as a legitimate security breach. Collaborate with stakeholders to continually operate and improve a world-class cyber program by providing input into the uplift of sensory tools, detection tuning, and access to data sources to increase detection effectiveness. Convey complicated technical analysis to management via investigation synopses, graphical depictions of attacks, and comprehensive presentations. Act as a liaison to stakeholders, including those outside of the technology team(s), during security investigations and incidents Respond to regulatory requests regarding security incidents, as well as the relevant protective and detective security measures. Report the status of ongoing incidents, as well as the follow-up actions for resolved incidents to management Support Compliance, regulatory, or litigation related investigations by coordinating e-discovery, evidence collection and other such activities. Communicating status and risks in a succinct, direct and open manner for proper issue management life cycle tracking. Drafting responses to requests for information from regulators in the jurisdictions in which the bank operates Coordinating engagements with regulators, including periodic reporting, preparation of presentations and written deliverables Conducting analysis to identify potential gaps and issues from ongoing changes of regulatory requirement of relevance to the bank's business and risk environments Preparing presentations and written products on regulatory trends and issues to inform leadership decisions Coordinating with counterparts in other jurisdictions and regional stakeholders (eg Legal, Compliance, Preferred Qualifications and Experience A minimum of 10+ years of experience with a mix of Cybersecurity, Systems, Infrastructure, Network, and Cloud experience. Broad technical security skills in multiple technology areas such as applications deployments, endpoints, data, infrastructure, cloud, DNS, PKI, Email, OS (Windows, MAC,.NIX), SDN, encryption, forensics, authentication, Firewalls, proxies, identity and access control, BC/DR, remote access, and cryptography. Extensive experience in architecting and engineering complex security solutions utilizing and interpreting models to implement company policies, standards globally. Familiarity with techniques/methodologies such as "Attack and Defensive" methods, Threat Hunting, Threat modelling, Reverse engineering, Vulnerability Management, Data modelling, Evaluation of security products/services, Metrics development, etc. Proficiency and experience in automation and Scripting using Python, Shell, Ansible, Jenkins, etc. Demonstrated experience with utilizing and migrating to one or more cloud technologies such as Microsoft Azure, and AWS. Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform, Alibaba Cloud, and Microsoft Office 365 is a plus. Information Security and/or Information Technology industry certification (CISSP, CISM, CISSP-ISSMP, CRISC, GIAC, Azure and AWS equivalent) preferred. Ability to synthesize data, conceptualize and get to the root cause of processes that created the risk. Experience working in a multi-vendor and outsourced IT environment. Good understanding of COBIT and ITIL processes including change, incident and problem management. Experience in Financial Services is a nice to have but not mandatory. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing
03/05/2024
Full time
*3 days working from London office* Manage the Cyber Test and Validation process, Support Cyber Risk Assessment and drive Cyber Assurance programme across the bank through: Conduct cyber assessment of projects helping to drive adoption of application and infrastructure security controls and best practices. Advise on leading edge engineering to protect the bank's network from security risks related to web, mobile, web services, and Client Server architectures. Conduct risk reviews of 3rd party systems and applications to assess the standard and proprietary application security controls used by the application (eg authentication, authorization, input validation, output sanitization, error handling, application resilience) against bank policies and standards. Work with different teams in various jurisdictions where specific technology and cybersecurity regulations create requirements that are not directly supported by our global framework. Drive implementation of security controls in various platforms by working with technology infrastructure teams. Demonstrate deep understanding, passion and thought leadership for Information and Cybersecurity and its impact of new technologies, services and solutions. Investigate, coordinate and address Information and Cybersecurity incidents Act as liaison for global team in coordinating collection and preservation of forensic evidence in support of security event investigation. Analyse potential infrastructure security incidents to determine if incident qualifies as a legitimate security breach. Collaborate with stakeholders to continually operate and improve a world-class cyber program by providing input into the uplift of sensory tools, detection tuning, and access to data sources to increase detection effectiveness. Convey complicated technical analysis to management via investigation synopses, graphical depictions of attacks, and comprehensive presentations. Act as a liaison to stakeholders, including those outside of the technology team(s), during security investigations and incidents Respond to regulatory requests regarding security incidents, as well as the relevant protective and detective security measures. Report the status of ongoing incidents, as well as the follow-up actions for resolved incidents to management Support Compliance, regulatory, or litigation related investigations by coordinating e-discovery, evidence collection and other such activities. Communicating status and risks in a succinct, direct and open manner for proper issue management life cycle tracking. Drafting responses to requests for information from regulators in the jurisdictions in which the bank operates Coordinating engagements with regulators, including periodic reporting, preparation of presentations and written deliverables Conducting analysis to identify potential gaps and issues from ongoing changes of regulatory requirement of relevance to the bank's business and risk environments Preparing presentations and written products on regulatory trends and issues to inform leadership decisions Coordinating with counterparts in other jurisdictions and regional stakeholders (eg Legal, Compliance, Preferred Qualifications and Experience A minimum of 10+ years of experience with a mix of Cybersecurity, Systems, Infrastructure, Network, and Cloud experience. Broad technical security skills in multiple technology areas such as applications deployments, endpoints, data, infrastructure, cloud, DNS, PKI, Email, OS (Windows, MAC,.NIX), SDN, encryption, forensics, authentication, Firewalls, proxies, identity and access control, BC/DR, remote access, and cryptography. Extensive experience in architecting and engineering complex security solutions utilizing and interpreting models to implement company policies, standards globally. Familiarity with techniques/methodologies such as "Attack and Defensive" methods, Threat Hunting, Threat modelling, Reverse engineering, Vulnerability Management, Data modelling, Evaluation of security products/services, Metrics development, etc. Proficiency and experience in automation and Scripting using Python, Shell, Ansible, Jenkins, etc. Demonstrated experience with utilizing and migrating to one or more cloud technologies such as Microsoft Azure, and AWS. Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform, Alibaba Cloud, and Microsoft Office 365 is a plus. Information Security and/or Information Technology industry certification (CISSP, CISM, CISSP-ISSMP, CRISC, GIAC, Azure and AWS equivalent) preferred. Ability to synthesize data, conceptualize and get to the root cause of processes that created the risk. Experience working in a multi-vendor and outsourced IT environment. Good understanding of COBIT and ITIL processes including change, incident and problem management. Experience in Financial Services is a nice to have but not mandatory. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing
Position Overview: The Head of IT will play a crucial role in owning the IT and Security strategy for the organisation through an exciting period of growth. Leading a team of talented IT professionals, the successful candidate will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems, networks, and applications, providing technical expertise and strategic direction to support the company's growth and operational efficiency. The role will focus on; Driving productivity gains throughout the business by leveraging the use of technology. Driving the Infrastructure modernisation programme of work - centred on Azure/M365 solutions. Manage, develop and motivate the IT team to deliver a best-in-class service function. The alignment of technical and business objectives to support continued revenue growth across the organisation Development and management of the existing IT systems. Security and integrity of system information Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Develop and motivate immediate team to achieve IT objectives/agreed SLAs. Lead from the front and be prepared to get "hands dirty". Ability to business partner with all internal stakeholders and be an effective communicator. Develop and maintain positive relationships with all key partners and stakeholders. Clear and open reporting to wider business. Strategic planning: Evaluate business requirements and identify solutions and opportunities to both meet their requirements and drive value add activities. Build on current vision and continue to develop rolling three-year plan. Involve all relevant stakeholders in the planning stage and provide clear communication of the plan Budget Control Own P&L and work with finance on annual and quarterly budgeting cycles. Effectively manage the P&L to agreed budgets. Ability to communicate value add (ROI) of projects. Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce mechanisms that support company security policies and procedures to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of company data. Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Project Management: Lead IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and meeting business requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Vendor/Supplier Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of issues. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance IT capabilities. Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Head of IT, with a focus on Windows environments. Strong leadership and team management skills. Experience implementing SaaS solutions - Azure/M365 adoption and associated security. Proven track record of leading and developing high performing IT teams. Experience of leading and delivering complex projects. History of managing multi-site Infrastructure & IT Operations environments Leading change in an IT environment. Multiple locations/Manufacturing experience is desirable. Experience in a high growth SME environment is highly desirable Project management skills and familiarity with ITIL best practices. Security certifications (eg, CISSP, CompTIA Security+) are a plus. Effective communicator at all levels - both internal and external Problem solver Innovative Strong negotiator. 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
Position Overview: The Head of IT will play a crucial role in owning the IT and Security strategy for the organisation through an exciting period of growth. Leading a team of talented IT professionals, the successful candidate will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems, networks, and applications, providing technical expertise and strategic direction to support the company's growth and operational efficiency. The role will focus on; Driving productivity gains throughout the business by leveraging the use of technology. Driving the Infrastructure modernisation programme of work - centred on Azure/M365 solutions. Manage, develop and motivate the IT team to deliver a best-in-class service function. The alignment of technical and business objectives to support continued revenue growth across the organisation Development and management of the existing IT systems. Security and integrity of system information Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Develop and motivate immediate team to achieve IT objectives/agreed SLAs. Lead from the front and be prepared to get "hands dirty". Ability to business partner with all internal stakeholders and be an effective communicator. Develop and maintain positive relationships with all key partners and stakeholders. Clear and open reporting to wider business. Strategic planning: Evaluate business requirements and identify solutions and opportunities to both meet their requirements and drive value add activities. Build on current vision and continue to develop rolling three-year plan. Involve all relevant stakeholders in the planning stage and provide clear communication of the plan Budget Control Own P&L and work with finance on annual and quarterly budgeting cycles. Effectively manage the P&L to agreed budgets. Ability to communicate value add (ROI) of projects. Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce mechanisms that support company security policies and procedures to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of company data. Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Project Management: Lead IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and meeting business requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Vendor/Supplier Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of issues. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance IT capabilities. Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Head of IT, with a focus on Windows environments. Strong leadership and team management skills. Experience implementing SaaS solutions - Azure/M365 adoption and associated security. Proven track record of leading and developing high performing IT teams. Experience of leading and delivering complex projects. History of managing multi-site Infrastructure & IT Operations environments Leading change in an IT environment. Multiple locations/Manufacturing experience is desirable. Experience in a high growth SME environment is highly desirable Project management skills and familiarity with ITIL best practices. Security certifications (eg, CISSP, CompTIA Security+) are a plus. Effective communicator at all levels - both internal and external Problem solver Innovative Strong negotiator. 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.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
IT Business Partner - West Midlands - Permanent - £65k+ Our market leading client is looking to recruit two IT Business Partners to come in and work in a permanent capacity helping the business in achieving their growth goals from an IT perspective Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact between the IT department and key business stakeholders Develop and maintain strong relationships with business units to understand their needs and ensure they receive effective service support Ensure business needs are captured, analysed and translated into effective solutions Facilitate communication between business units and IT to ensure timely resolution of IT related issues. Analyse business processes to identify opportunities for improvement Stay up to date with current and emerging technology trends, and provide recommendations on how they can be applied to improve business operations Key Skills and Experience Proven experience in IT business relationship management Strong understanding of business processes and IT systems Proven experience in customer relationship management and business analysis Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Solid understanding of business process mapping Experience in Project management life cycle and how to manage a project. Skills and how to document and lead continuous improvement plans. Experience in Service reporting and KPI. Organised with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise IT Business Partner - West Midlands - Permanent - £65k+ Job Title: IT Business Partner Location: West Midlands, UK Job Type: Permanent Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at our website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go our website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice on our website for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
03/05/2024
Full time
IT Business Partner - West Midlands - Permanent - £65k+ Our market leading client is looking to recruit two IT Business Partners to come in and work in a permanent capacity helping the business in achieving their growth goals from an IT perspective Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact between the IT department and key business stakeholders Develop and maintain strong relationships with business units to understand their needs and ensure they receive effective service support Ensure business needs are captured, analysed and translated into effective solutions Facilitate communication between business units and IT to ensure timely resolution of IT related issues. Analyse business processes to identify opportunities for improvement Stay up to date with current and emerging technology trends, and provide recommendations on how they can be applied to improve business operations Key Skills and Experience Proven experience in IT business relationship management Strong understanding of business processes and IT systems Proven experience in customer relationship management and business analysis Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Solid understanding of business process mapping Experience in Project management life cycle and how to manage a project. Skills and how to document and lead continuous improvement plans. Experience in Service reporting and KPI. Organised with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise IT Business Partner - West Midlands - Permanent - £65k+ Job Title: IT Business Partner Location: West Midlands, UK Job Type: Permanent Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at our website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go our website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice on our website for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Edinburgh, Midlothian
Job Title: Infrastructure Support Engineer III - Red Hat Linux enterprise support Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £340 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed ROLE OVERVIEW: We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic 3rd line infrastructure Support Engineer with a genuine interest in solving peoples IT issues to backfill our Business As Usual services while some of our key staff support a critical project. The applicant should be technically competent, possess good written and verbal communication skills and be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams. The 3rd line team are expected to resolve a wide variety of server and storage incidents and requests, while minimizing disruption to our users. We're looking for someone to be responsible for our Red Hat Linux environments. Solaris experience would be beneficial. The successful candidate will be someone who can blend first rate customer service with first rate technical skills. Previous experience resolving 3rd line issues in an enterprise environment is essential. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise (v4 upwards), including installation, configuration and imaging * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Network Satellite for system management and performance reporting * Provide support for L2 and L3 Operational activities & troubleshooting * Able to stabilise developed infrastructure solutions using Red Hat methodologies in complex customer environments * Demonstrate the ability to methodically work through issues * Must be able to deal directly with clients in a friendly and highly confident manner demonstrating excellent internal and external customer communication skills * Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction * Author processes and working instructions * Work within challenging SLA's and follow escalation paths to the leadership team and product specialists promptly when required * Represent the 3rd line team from a Linux perspective in customer meetings * Red Hat Certified Engineer or other Red Hat/Linux related certification * To manage a range of Linux technology's RHLE, RHNS, Kernel virtualisation (KVM) and to include optimisation, interoperability, and availability of systems on a customer's site * Utilisation of RHNS for compliance management, provisioning of services and resources, content control and system security and integrity * RHLE High availability including clustering, fencing and unfencing if you have the skills required please apply now. In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
02/05/2024
Project-based
Job Title: Infrastructure Support Engineer III - Red Hat Linux enterprise support Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £340 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed ROLE OVERVIEW: We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic 3rd line infrastructure Support Engineer with a genuine interest in solving peoples IT issues to backfill our Business As Usual services while some of our key staff support a critical project. The applicant should be technically competent, possess good written and verbal communication skills and be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams. The 3rd line team are expected to resolve a wide variety of server and storage incidents and requests, while minimizing disruption to our users. We're looking for someone to be responsible for our Red Hat Linux environments. Solaris experience would be beneficial. The successful candidate will be someone who can blend first rate customer service with first rate technical skills. Previous experience resolving 3rd line issues in an enterprise environment is essential. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise (v4 upwards), including installation, configuration and imaging * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Network Satellite for system management and performance reporting * Provide support for L2 and L3 Operational activities & troubleshooting * Able to stabilise developed infrastructure solutions using Red Hat methodologies in complex customer environments * Demonstrate the ability to methodically work through issues * Must be able to deal directly with clients in a friendly and highly confident manner demonstrating excellent internal and external customer communication skills * Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction * Author processes and working instructions * Work within challenging SLA's and follow escalation paths to the leadership team and product specialists promptly when required * Represent the 3rd line team from a Linux perspective in customer meetings * Red Hat Certified Engineer or other Red Hat/Linux related certification * To manage a range of Linux technology's RHLE, RHNS, Kernel virtualisation (KVM) and to include optimisation, interoperability, and availability of systems on a customer's site * Utilisation of RHNS for compliance management, provisioning of services and resources, content control and system security and integrity * RHLE High availability including clustering, fencing and unfencing if you have the skills required please apply now. In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. * Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions.* Role Info: SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant UK Remote/Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as Required £65,000 per annum Plus Full Benefits Package Permanent - Full Time Reporting to: UK SAP ByDesign Team Lead Product/Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed Services Values: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. The Opportunity: As SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant, you will be responsible for working day-to-day with a team of Managed Service Support Consultants delivering services to a wide range of UK clients, plus some global clients. This is a very customer focused, hands-on role where you will be expected to work on customer issues, developments, as well as collaborate with other functional and technical consultants, within the UK Managed Services Team. This role will be remote, with some travel to offices and customer sites, on occasion. To succeed in this role, you will be able to encourage effective team working by seeking input from team members and support team members (technically and operationally) in achieving continuous improvement by encouraging ideas and recommendations for procedural, operational and system improvements. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Answering customer service requests in a timely fashion + Answering frequently asked questions + Answering customer service requests by demonstrating solutions with online screen sharing tools + Contacting and escalating to SAP support in relation to customer service requests + Creating basic reports for customers + Identifying chargeable activities with appropriate follow up internally/externally + Developing professional and technical knowledge + Performing data migration services to assist with extensions to original implementations + Performing fine-tuning activities to assist with implementations and Service Requests + Performing data cleansing services + Performing data entry services About you: + Deep knowledge and understanding of SAP ByDesign + Expert knowledge in Supply Chain ByDesign functions + Excellent design, configuration and testing of specific core functional modules + High level of verbal and written communication skills in English + Documentation skills including functional specifications and test scripts + Able to understand business processes and design appropriate solutions + Track record of full project life cycle and development activities + Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly + Experience with project related activities eg data migration, user support and end user training + Proven experience in a combined customer service handling/functional support role Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager 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.
02/05/2024
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. * Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions.* Role Info: SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant UK Remote/Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as Required £65,000 per annum Plus Full Benefits Package Permanent - Full Time Reporting to: UK SAP ByDesign Team Lead Product/Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed Services Values: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. The Opportunity: As SAP ByDesign Supply Chain Consultant, you will be responsible for working day-to-day with a team of Managed Service Support Consultants delivering services to a wide range of UK clients, plus some global clients. This is a very customer focused, hands-on role where you will be expected to work on customer issues, developments, as well as collaborate with other functional and technical consultants, within the UK Managed Services Team. This role will be remote, with some travel to offices and customer sites, on occasion. To succeed in this role, you will be able to encourage effective team working by seeking input from team members and support team members (technically and operationally) in achieving continuous improvement by encouraging ideas and recommendations for procedural, operational and system improvements. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Answering customer service requests in a timely fashion + Answering frequently asked questions + Answering customer service requests by demonstrating solutions with online screen sharing tools + Contacting and escalating to SAP support in relation to customer service requests + Creating basic reports for customers + Identifying chargeable activities with appropriate follow up internally/externally + Developing professional and technical knowledge + Performing data migration services to assist with extensions to original implementations + Performing fine-tuning activities to assist with implementations and Service Requests + Performing data cleansing services + Performing data entry services About you: + Deep knowledge and understanding of SAP ByDesign + Expert knowledge in Supply Chain ByDesign functions + Excellent design, configuration and testing of specific core functional modules + High level of verbal and written communication skills in English + Documentation skills including functional specifications and test scripts + Able to understand business processes and design appropriate solutions + Track record of full project life cycle and development activities + Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly + Experience with project related activities eg data migration, user support and end user training + Proven experience in a combined customer service handling/functional support role Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager 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.
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
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
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for an Associate Principal, Appian Development. This role will focus on design, development, testing, and implementation of Appian. Responsibilities: Applies expert knowledge of Java, Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, Angular 2.0 or ReactJS and middle-ware technologies in independently designing and developing key services with a focus on continuous integration and delivery Participates in code reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Integrating disparate data from REST and WebSocket services within a cohesive user interface 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 Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen DevOps frameworks Qualifications: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field (required) Appian certified developer (required) Blue Prism certified associate developer or higher (preferred) 5+ years of Front End, User Experience, development (required) 5+ years of experience in JavaScript skills (required) 3 + years of experience automating workflows inside Appian and in conjunction with integration to other tools (required) 3+ years of experience in React application development (required) 3+ years of hands-on HTML5/CSS3 experience (required) Experience with Java and/or Python (required) Experience with popular Javascript frameworks such as React, Node JS, Vue, Angular 2.0 (required) Experience of working with websockets, HTTP 1.1 and HTTP/2 (required) Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON RPC (required) Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable (required) Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing (required) 5+ years hands-on experience in Java, including good understanding of Java fundamentals such as Memory Model, Runtime Environment, Concurrency and Multithreading (required) Past/Current experience of 3+ years working on a large scale cloud native project (platform: Unix/Linux, Type of Systems: event-driven/transaction processing/high performance computing) as Technical Lead. These experiences should include developing/architecting core libraries or framework used by the platform to support fundamental services like storage, alert notifications, security, etc. (required) Appian Process Modeling, Smart Services, Rules and Tempo event services, database, and Web services (required) Experience with cloud technologies and migrations using public cloud vendor preferably using cloud foundational services like AWS's VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. (required) Experience with distributed message brokers using Kafka (required) Experience with high speed distributed computing frameworks such as AWS EMR, Hadoop, HDFS, S3, MapReduce, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Kafka Streams, Apache Flink etc. (required) Working knowledge of DevOps tools. Eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc (required)
01/05/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for an Associate Principal, Appian Development. This role will focus on design, development, testing, and implementation of Appian. Responsibilities: Applies expert knowledge of Java, Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, Angular 2.0 or ReactJS and middle-ware technologies in independently designing and developing key services with a focus on continuous integration and delivery Participates in code reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Integrating disparate data from REST and WebSocket services within a cohesive user interface 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 Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen DevOps frameworks Qualifications: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field (required) Appian certified developer (required) Blue Prism certified associate developer or higher (preferred) 5+ years of Front End, User Experience, development (required) 5+ years of experience in JavaScript skills (required) 3 + years of experience automating workflows inside Appian and in conjunction with integration to other tools (required) 3+ years of experience in React application development (required) 3+ years of hands-on HTML5/CSS3 experience (required) Experience with Java and/or Python (required) Experience with popular Javascript frameworks such as React, Node JS, Vue, Angular 2.0 (required) Experience of working with websockets, HTTP 1.1 and HTTP/2 (required) Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON RPC (required) Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable (required) Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing (required) 5+ years hands-on experience in Java, including good understanding of Java fundamentals such as Memory Model, Runtime Environment, Concurrency and Multithreading (required) Past/Current experience of 3+ years working on a large scale cloud native project (platform: Unix/Linux, Type of Systems: event-driven/transaction processing/high performance computing) as Technical Lead. These experiences should include developing/architecting core libraries or framework used by the platform to support fundamental services like storage, alert notifications, security, etc. (required) Appian Process Modeling, Smart Services, Rules and Tempo event services, database, and Web services (required) Experience with cloud technologies and migrations using public cloud vendor preferably using cloud foundational services like AWS's VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. (required) Experience with distributed message brokers using Kafka (required) Experience with high speed distributed computing frameworks such as AWS EMR, Hadoop, HDFS, S3, MapReduce, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Kafka Streams, Apache Flink etc. (required) Working knowledge of DevOps tools. Eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc (required)
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for an Associate Principal, Appian Development. This role will focus on design, development, testing, and implementation of Appian. Responsibilities: Applies expert knowledge of Java, Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, Angular 2.0 or ReactJS and middle-ware technologies in independently designing and developing key services with a focus on continuous integration and delivery Participates in code reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Integrating disparate data from REST and WebSocket services within a cohesive user interface 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 Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen DevOps frameworks Qualifications: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field (required) Appian certified developer (required) Blue Prism certified associate developer or higher (preferred) 5+ years of Front End, User Experience, development (required) 5+ years of experience in JavaScript skills (required) 3 + years of experience automating workflows inside Appian and in conjunction with integration to other tools (required) 3+ years of experience in React application development (required) 3+ years of hands-on HTML5/CSS3 experience (required) Experience with Java and/or Python (required) Experience with popular Javascript frameworks such as React, Node JS, Vue, Angular 2.0 (required) Experience of working with websockets, HTTP 1.1 and HTTP/2 (required) Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON RPC (required) Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable (required) Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing (required) 5+ years hands-on experience in Java, including good understanding of Java fundamentals such as Memory Model, Runtime Environment, Concurrency and Multithreading (required) Past/Current experience of 3+ years working on a large scale cloud native project (platform: Unix/Linux, Type of Systems: event-driven/transaction processing/high performance computing) as Technical Lead. These experiences should include developing/architecting core libraries or framework used by the platform to support fundamental services like storage, alert notifications, security, etc. (required) Appian Process Modeling, Smart Services, Rules and Tempo event services, database, and Web services (required) Experience with cloud technologies and migrations using public cloud vendor preferably using cloud foundational services like AWS's VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. (required) Experience with distributed message brokers using Kafka (required) Experience with high speed distributed computing frameworks such as AWS EMR, Hadoop, HDFS, S3, MapReduce, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Kafka Streams, Apache Flink etc. (required) Working knowledge of DevOps tools. Eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc (required)
01/05/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for an Associate Principal, Appian Development. This role will focus on design, development, testing, and implementation of Appian. Responsibilities: Applies expert knowledge of Java, Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, Angular 2.0 or ReactJS and middle-ware technologies in independently designing and developing key services with a focus on continuous integration and delivery Participates in code reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Integrating disparate data from REST and WebSocket services within a cohesive user interface 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 Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen DevOps frameworks Qualifications: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field (required) Appian certified developer (required) Blue Prism certified associate developer or higher (preferred) 5+ years of Front End, User Experience, development (required) 5+ years of experience in JavaScript skills (required) 3 + years of experience automating workflows inside Appian and in conjunction with integration to other tools (required) 3+ years of experience in React application development (required) 3+ years of hands-on HTML5/CSS3 experience (required) Experience with Java and/or Python (required) Experience with popular Javascript frameworks such as React, Node JS, Vue, Angular 2.0 (required) Experience of working with websockets, HTTP 1.1 and HTTP/2 (required) Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON RPC (required) Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable (required) Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing (required) 5+ years hands-on experience in Java, including good understanding of Java fundamentals such as Memory Model, Runtime Environment, Concurrency and Multithreading (required) Past/Current experience of 3+ years working on a large scale cloud native project (platform: Unix/Linux, Type of Systems: event-driven/transaction processing/high performance computing) as Technical Lead. These experiences should include developing/architecting core libraries or framework used by the platform to support fundamental services like storage, alert notifications, security, etc. (required) Appian Process Modeling, Smart Services, Rules and Tempo event services, database, and Web services (required) Experience with cloud technologies and migrations using public cloud vendor preferably using cloud foundational services like AWS's VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. (required) Experience with distributed message brokers using Kafka (required) Experience with high speed distributed computing frameworks such as AWS EMR, Hadoop, HDFS, S3, MapReduce, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Kafka Streams, Apache Flink etc. (required) Working knowledge of DevOps tools. Eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc (required)
Marketing Content Intern 6 - 12 Month Contract Based in Manchester £16.85 PH - 36 hours PW - Outside IR35 To support the thought leadership and marketing teams on content planning, implementation and reporting to ensure the company cements its reputation as an expert in the field of language, soft skills, assessment and organisational learning, supporting the business and wider aims of the company Corporate Solutions. Our main audiences are HR, L&D and business managers, as well as academic teams in education institutions. Main Accountabilities Manage Corporate LinkedIn account - post content, like partner and potential partner content, reply to comments where necessary Review additional social media platforms and make recommendations as to their suitability for CES community engagement. Assist in disseminating marketing content and thought leadership pieces Assist in creating content in HubSpot Create and maintain competitor thought leadership and marketing content database, identify and report trends Track and report on competitor social media activity, identify and report trends Create and maintain database of 3rd party content for us to repost on social media Create and maintain a database of potential partners, to include organisations and individuals Research and create a repository of content on trends in HR, L&D and organisational learning Manage content tracker/publishing schedule and report issues where needed Make recommendations about social media strategy based on own research Provide monthly reviews and reports on content Attend meetings where needed Ensure safeguarding and guidelines are applied and upheld in line with standards and policy: -Equal Opportunity and Diversity -Health and safety -Any other duties necessary to support the business and wider aims of Corporate Solutions Minimum/essential Qualifications Completed or studying for an undergraduate degree or diploma in any of the following: Marketing or digital marketing Communications Media studies Public relations or advertising Minimum/essential Knowledge Essential Experience of managing a social media account Experience of research and database creation Desirable Experience of content marketing Context knowledge, including industry trends, corporate organisations' contexts, Learning & Development needs and priorities, target organisation and job scopes,cultural contexts Experience in using HubSpot Due to high demand we are only able to respond to applications that meet the required criteria
30/04/2024
Project-based
Marketing Content Intern 6 - 12 Month Contract Based in Manchester £16.85 PH - 36 hours PW - Outside IR35 To support the thought leadership and marketing teams on content planning, implementation and reporting to ensure the company cements its reputation as an expert in the field of language, soft skills, assessment and organisational learning, supporting the business and wider aims of the company Corporate Solutions. Our main audiences are HR, L&D and business managers, as well as academic teams in education institutions. Main Accountabilities Manage Corporate LinkedIn account - post content, like partner and potential partner content, reply to comments where necessary Review additional social media platforms and make recommendations as to their suitability for CES community engagement. Assist in disseminating marketing content and thought leadership pieces Assist in creating content in HubSpot Create and maintain competitor thought leadership and marketing content database, identify and report trends Track and report on competitor social media activity, identify and report trends Create and maintain database of 3rd party content for us to repost on social media Create and maintain a database of potential partners, to include organisations and individuals Research and create a repository of content on trends in HR, L&D and organisational learning Manage content tracker/publishing schedule and report issues where needed Make recommendations about social media strategy based on own research Provide monthly reviews and reports on content Attend meetings where needed Ensure safeguarding and guidelines are applied and upheld in line with standards and policy: -Equal Opportunity and Diversity -Health and safety -Any other duties necessary to support the business and wider aims of Corporate Solutions Minimum/essential Qualifications Completed or studying for an undergraduate degree or diploma in any of the following: Marketing or digital marketing Communications Media studies Public relations or advertising Minimum/essential Knowledge Essential Experience of managing a social media account Experience of research and database creation Desirable Experience of content marketing Context knowledge, including industry trends, corporate organisations' contexts, Learning & Development needs and priorities, target organisation and job scopes,cultural contexts Experience in using HubSpot Due to high demand we are only able to respond to applications that meet the required criteria
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.