Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior Linux DevOps Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for design and support of core platform engineering automation. This role will drive the strategy for infrastructure automation and be charged to improve application adoption, reduce overall operational support, and increase end-user usability of our platform services. Candidate will provide team leadership required to support a large, complex Architect L3 Linux based computing environment and an increasing transition to Linux infrastructure in AWS. Assist in driving infrastructure as code mentality throughout the organization and demonstrate a passion for automation concepts and tools. Responsibilities: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Qualifications : Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Technical Skills: Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Linux Experience: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Cloud Experience - Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Infra Automation - Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. CICD Experience - Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Resilient Design - Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior Linux DevOps Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for design and support of core platform engineering automation. This role will drive the strategy for infrastructure automation and be charged to improve application adoption, reduce overall operational support, and increase end-user usability of our platform services. Candidate will provide team leadership required to support a large, complex Architect L3 Linux based computing environment and an increasing transition to Linux infrastructure in AWS. Assist in driving infrastructure as code mentality throughout the organization and demonstrate a passion for automation concepts and tools. Responsibilities: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Qualifications : Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Technical Skills: Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Linux Experience: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Cloud Experience - Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Infra Automation - Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. CICD Experience - Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Resilient Design - Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior Linux DevOps Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for design and support of core platform engineering automation. This role will drive the strategy for infrastructure automation and be charged to improve application adoption, reduce overall operational support, and increase end-user usability of our platform services. Candidate will provide team leadership required to support a large, complex Architect L3 Linux based computing environment and an increasing transition to Linux infrastructure in AWS. Assist in driving infrastructure as code mentality throughout the organization and demonstrate a passion for automation concepts and tools. Responsibilities: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Qualifications : Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Technical Skills: Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Linux Experience: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Cloud Experience - Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Infra Automation - Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. CICD Experience - Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Resilient Design - Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior Linux DevOps Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for design and support of core platform engineering automation. This role will drive the strategy for infrastructure automation and be charged to improve application adoption, reduce overall operational support, and increase end-user usability of our platform services. Candidate will provide team leadership required to support a large, complex Architect L3 Linux based computing environment and an increasing transition to Linux infrastructure in AWS. Assist in driving infrastructure as code mentality throughout the organization and demonstrate a passion for automation concepts and tools. Responsibilities: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Qualifications : Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Technical Skills: Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Linux Experience: Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Cloud Experience - Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Infra Automation - Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. CICD Experience - Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Resilient Design - Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Linux Engineer. This engineer will focus on design, support, engineering, and automation for the Linux Operating system. This engineer will need hands on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, AWS, Docker, CICD, DevOps, etc. Responsibilities/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.), or equivalent combination of education and experience required 8+ years' experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of cloud systems/virtualized Servers Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
03/05/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Linux Engineer. This engineer will focus on design, support, engineering, and automation for the Linux Operating system. This engineer will need hands on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, AWS, Docker, CICD, DevOps, etc. Responsibilities/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.), or equivalent combination of education and experience required 8+ years' experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of cloud systems/virtualized Servers Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus Surrey or Hampshire/Hybrid/WFH £60,000 to £65,000 + £4-5,000 oncall/overtime, plus bonus excellent benefits and growth potential (fantastic employer)/Surrey or Hampshire albeit 1, possibly 2 days per week in the office This role is a hybrid position and can be based in either their Dorking (Surrey) or Basingstoke (Hampshire) offices with the expectation of being in the office 4 - 6 times per month. The overall package is worth around £80-85k. A leading financial services company are recruiting for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to take a lead position within their infrastructure team: - with a requirement to be a senior technical engineer and lead by example. - a core element of this role is having the ability to affect technical change in their environment. - this can be as simple as leading new migrations, implementing new software or leading the support of their new Azure Cloud environment. - but you need to have the ability to articulate this and demonstrate what you have done and bring to the table. An understanding or appreciation of Azure and DevOps, is an advantage, but not essential as they are slowly moving their environment over to an infrastructure that supports Azure, although this will only be a small percentage of their estate and they have a hybrid on-prem/cloud (potentially around 20%) model. This is a great role working in a team where career progression is actively encouraged. Ideally you will possess core skills within Wintel/VMware technologies, have a DevOps appreciation and understanding, but this is definitely not a DevOps role. Any knowledge of Nutanix or the willingness to learn it as a new technology is well received and the ability to take on new technology and role with it is important. The primary day to day work for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus will consist of: Individuals in the Senior Infrastructure Engineer position are responsible for designing system and infrastructure architectures spanning the whole range of hardware and software technologies in their designated field, using approved system engineering practices. They will develop and maintain the high-level design plan for the overall logical and technical IT architecture. They will provide technical leadership and consulting across the organisation, from strategic decision making to project level planning. They will gain organisational commitment for all high-level Infrastructure plans and initiate and participate in projects to evaluate technologies and methods for implementing these plans. They will work closely with decision makers throughout the organisation to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information processing and communication technologies. They will benchmark, analyse, report on, and make recommendations for the improvement of the relevant IT Infrastructure and IT systems. They will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate, verify, communicate, and resolve complex systems/software/networking/infrastructure applications and infrastructure issues. They are responsible for planning, designing and analysing the organisations operating system(s), storage management, agents/instrumentation, systems management, security, network, web administration, database management, automation, and application technical stacks. Additionally, this position may require working knowledge of multiple computing/networking platforms (including physical, virtual, and cloud,) while ensuring high levels of data quality and availability. They are also responsible for capacity planning, backup and restore process design, performance analysis, and developing data disaster recovery plans. Principal Duties and Responsibilities for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps role: Designs, builds and deploys solutions across the relevant infrastructure technologies, including Humanas Azure tenant. Designs automation of infrastructure as a service and capabilities including virtual networks, virtual machines, cloud services, web sites, data services, IoT, etc. Leads technical deployments that involve multiple IT teams and stakeholders. Develops and enhances the orchestration and automation of cloud enablement tools. Designs a highly scalable and redundant physical or virtual infrastructure to support the companys future growth. Provides innovative suggestions for complex implementation solutions. Creates documentation and implementation plans to allow support teams to build and manage the relevant environment. Develops and manages an infrastructure capacity plan. Required Skillset for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus position: Possess significantly developed hands-on technical expertise in multiple key operating systems or subsystem areas. Have some experience in creating as well as using Scripting and other tools to automate routine tasks - Ability to automate manual tasks using Scripting languages (eg Shell, python, Perl, bash). Drive resolution of technical problems in a methodical and professional manner. Effectively summarise and clearly communicate software/hardware problems involving multiple support teams. Some Azure/Cloud exposure, with a DevOps understanding. Demonstrable related work experience (Wintel, VMWare) any experience with Nutanix Converged technologies, including Nutanix Acropolis Hypervisor or AHV. Windows OS Configuring & troubleshooting 2016, 2019 and 2022 (nice to have). VMware Virtualisation 6.5+. AD/DNS/GPO configuration. ITIL Framework grounding (Incident, Change, etc). Any Scripting knowledge is an advantage. Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus Surrey or Hampshire/Hybrid/WFH £60,000 to £65,000 + £4-5,000 oncall/overtime, plus bonus excellent benefits and growth potential (fantastic employer)/Surrey or Hampshire albeit 1, possibly 2 days per week in the office
03/05/2024
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus Surrey or Hampshire/Hybrid/WFH £60,000 to £65,000 + £4-5,000 oncall/overtime, plus bonus excellent benefits and growth potential (fantastic employer)/Surrey or Hampshire albeit 1, possibly 2 days per week in the office This role is a hybrid position and can be based in either their Dorking (Surrey) or Basingstoke (Hampshire) offices with the expectation of being in the office 4 - 6 times per month. The overall package is worth around £80-85k. A leading financial services company are recruiting for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to take a lead position within their infrastructure team: - with a requirement to be a senior technical engineer and lead by example. - a core element of this role is having the ability to affect technical change in their environment. - this can be as simple as leading new migrations, implementing new software or leading the support of their new Azure Cloud environment. - but you need to have the ability to articulate this and demonstrate what you have done and bring to the table. An understanding or appreciation of Azure and DevOps, is an advantage, but not essential as they are slowly moving their environment over to an infrastructure that supports Azure, although this will only be a small percentage of their estate and they have a hybrid on-prem/cloud (potentially around 20%) model. This is a great role working in a team where career progression is actively encouraged. Ideally you will possess core skills within Wintel/VMware technologies, have a DevOps appreciation and understanding, but this is definitely not a DevOps role. Any knowledge of Nutanix or the willingness to learn it as a new technology is well received and the ability to take on new technology and role with it is important. The primary day to day work for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus will consist of: Individuals in the Senior Infrastructure Engineer position are responsible for designing system and infrastructure architectures spanning the whole range of hardware and software technologies in their designated field, using approved system engineering practices. They will develop and maintain the high-level design plan for the overall logical and technical IT architecture. They will provide technical leadership and consulting across the organisation, from strategic decision making to project level planning. They will gain organisational commitment for all high-level Infrastructure plans and initiate and participate in projects to evaluate technologies and methods for implementing these plans. They will work closely with decision makers throughout the organisation to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information processing and communication technologies. They will benchmark, analyse, report on, and make recommendations for the improvement of the relevant IT Infrastructure and IT systems. They will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate, verify, communicate, and resolve complex systems/software/networking/infrastructure applications and infrastructure issues. They are responsible for planning, designing and analysing the organisations operating system(s), storage management, agents/instrumentation, systems management, security, network, web administration, database management, automation, and application technical stacks. Additionally, this position may require working knowledge of multiple computing/networking platforms (including physical, virtual, and cloud,) while ensuring high levels of data quality and availability. They are also responsible for capacity planning, backup and restore process design, performance analysis, and developing data disaster recovery plans. Principal Duties and Responsibilities for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps role: Designs, builds and deploys solutions across the relevant infrastructure technologies, including Humanas Azure tenant. Designs automation of infrastructure as a service and capabilities including virtual networks, virtual machines, cloud services, web sites, data services, IoT, etc. Leads technical deployments that involve multiple IT teams and stakeholders. Develops and enhances the orchestration and automation of cloud enablement tools. Designs a highly scalable and redundant physical or virtual infrastructure to support the companys future growth. Provides innovative suggestions for complex implementation solutions. Creates documentation and implementation plans to allow support teams to build and manage the relevant environment. Develops and manages an infrastructure capacity plan. Required Skillset for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus position: Possess significantly developed hands-on technical expertise in multiple key operating systems or subsystem areas. Have some experience in creating as well as using Scripting and other tools to automate routine tasks - Ability to automate manual tasks using Scripting languages (eg Shell, python, Perl, bash). Drive resolution of technical problems in a methodical and professional manner. Effectively summarise and clearly communicate software/hardware problems involving multiple support teams. Some Azure/Cloud exposure, with a DevOps understanding. Demonstrable related work experience (Wintel, VMWare) any experience with Nutanix Converged technologies, including Nutanix Acropolis Hypervisor or AHV. Windows OS Configuring & troubleshooting 2016, 2019 and 2022 (nice to have). VMware Virtualisation 6.5+. AD/DNS/GPO configuration. ITIL Framework grounding (Incident, Change, etc). Any Scripting knowledge is an advantage. Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Azure/DevOps focus Surrey or Hampshire/Hybrid/WFH £60,000 to £65,000 + £4-5,000 oncall/overtime, plus bonus excellent benefits and growth potential (fantastic employer)/Surrey or Hampshire albeit 1, possibly 2 days per week in the office
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Linux Engineer. This engineer will focus on design, support, engineering, and automation for the Linux Operating system. This engineer will need hands on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, AWS, Docker, CICD, DevOps, etc. Responsibilities/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.), or equivalent combination of education and experience required 8+ years' experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of cloud systems/virtualized Servers Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
03/05/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Linux Engineer. This engineer will focus on design, support, engineering, and automation for the Linux Operating system. This engineer will need hands on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, AWS, Docker, CICD, DevOps, etc. Responsibilities/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.), or equivalent combination of education and experience required 8+ years' experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of cloud systems/virtualized Servers Hands-on experience with: Terraform, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Kafka, Github, and configuration management tools such as Ansible. Relevant experience with configuration and implementation of IaaS, Infrastructure as code, AWS, Azure, etc. Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems, Linux shells and standard utilities, and common Linux security tools at L3 level In depth system administration knowledge and skills for RedHat Linux. Kubernetes Experience - Strong knowledge in Kubernetes deployment frameworks/platforms including Helm, Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, EKS. Provide advanced system administration, operational support and problem resolution for a large complex Linux computing environment, including both virtualized and physical Servers. Create and Patch AMIs, perform pull requests, write Automation code using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, etc. Strong knowledge of secure cloud infrastructure design and components, such as: Servers, operating systems, networks, IAM, and storage. Cloud Certifications, specifically AWS Cloud certification would be preferred. Expert knowledge in core automation development toolchain including Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Harness. Mastery of CICD best practices in a large organization. (GitOps/DevOps, secure builds, secure code promotion, deployments (Harness/Argo), automated testing (app and infra), integration of policy frameworks, cost-optimization, SLSA best practices) Experience with architecting, implementing and maintaining highly available mission critical environments for 24/7 availability.
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.
We are Global IT Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across UK, Europe and Australia. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: WAF Engineer: DevOps Automation (F5 Focused) Location: Hybrid - 2 days onsite in Sheffield Duration: Until 30/11/24 Role Description: F5 WAF Engineer - in-depth knowledge of F5 BIG-IP and NGNIX+WAF(Not F5 Platform/network) As an Automation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our IT infrastructure by designing, creating, and maintaining bespoke Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines tailored to specific project needs. This role will have an initial focus on leveraging F5 technologies alongside a broad spectrum of automation and DevOps practices to deliver our automation use cases; however once F5 automaton works have completed, works will progress to other WAF platforms and use cases. You will be responsible for the integration of CI/CD pipelines with solutions developed by other teams, Scripting, and the creation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Your expertise in Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, Python, and other relevant technologies will be essential. You should have a solid background in building CI/CD pipelines and a comprehensive understanding of DevOps practices. The ideal candidate should not only have technical proficiency in data structures, automation technologies, API interactions, and cloud services, but also exhibit a strong drive to research, investigate, and collaborate effectively within the organization. Key Responsibilities Developing and Delivering Automation for F5 WAF Platform: In the first instance: Developing and delivering automation solutions specifically for our F5 Web Application Firewall (WAF) platform, aligned with our specific use cases. This involves Scripting, configuring, and deploying automation workflows that enhance security, manageability, and operational efficiency of the F5 WAF environment. CI/CD Pipeline Development: Create, enhance and implement new, customized CI/CD pipelines tailored for specific project use cases, ensuring efficient, automated workflows Pipeline Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing CI/CD pipelines to ensure they are efficient, secure, and up-to-date with the latest technology standards Integration of Solutions: Work collaboratively with other teams to integrate their solutions and tools into the CI/CD pipelines effectively, enhancing overall workflow and productivity. IaC Manifests Creation: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests, predominantly using Terraform, to manage and provision IT infrastructure in a consistent and repeatable manner Tool Proficiency: Utilize and demonstrate expertise in tools such as Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, and Python, effectively integrating them into the CI/CD processes Script Writing: Write and maintain scripts to automate various aspects of the infrastructure and deployment processes, improving efficiency and reducing the potential for human error. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and implementation of DevOps practices Proactive Research and Collaboration: Eager to research and utilize company resources like Confluence, find relevant contacts, and reach out to other teams for unknowns. Prepared to independently investigate and resolve challenges. Required F5 Experiences - One or more of these F5 ASM/AWAF Knowledge & Experience: Understanding and practical experience with F5's Application Security Manager (ASM) and Advanced WAF (AWAF), including configuration, management, and troubleshooting of application security policies and web application Firewalls. F5 with API Gateway: Experience: Integrating F5 solutions with API Gateway technologies, demonstrating the ability to secure and manage APIs effectively. Experience in using F5 with Kong API Gateway; managing, and optimizing API traffic through F5 systems. F5 GTM and Proxy Technologies: Knowledge and experience with F5's Global Traffic Manager (GTM) as well as experience with Proxy technologies, including forward and reverse proxies Basic Certificate Management: Knowledge of SSL/TLS certificate management processes, including issuance, renewal, and deployment, within F5 environments. F5 AS3: Experience; Experience with AS3 (Application Services 3 Extension), for declarative automation and orchestration of F5 BIG-IP services. Proficiency in automating the deployment and management of F5 configurations using AS3 Key Experience - Ideal Candidate Profile Technical Expertise in CI/CD Tools: Proficiency in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, Travis CI, GitLab CI, and Bamboo. Ability to configure, manage, and optimize these tools for various project requirements. Proficiency in Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell. Ability to write and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and deployments Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Extensive experience in creating and managing infrastructure using code. Proficiency in IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet Data Structuring and Management: Advanced skills in managing data using formats like JSON, YAML, XML, and others. Capable of parsing, creating, and maintaining complex data structures for configuration and automation purposes. API Integration and Management: Expertise in querying, integrating, and managing APIs. Capable of constructing and executing API calls for data retrieval, updates, and inter-service communication. Version Control Systems: In-depth knowledge of version control systems like Git, including branching strategies, repository management, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm. Understanding of containerized environments and their integration into CI/CD pipelines Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP; understanding of cloud-specific services and how to integrate them into CI/CD processes Monitoring and Logging: Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or Splunk. Ability to set up and maintain monitoring and logging for applications and infrastructure Security Practices in DevOps (DevSecOps): Understanding of security practices in a DevOps environment. Familiarity with security scanning tools, implementing secure coding practices, and ensuring compliance with industry standards Agile and Scrum Methodologies: Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments and adapt to changing requirements Networking and Security Fundamentals: Knowledge of networking concepts (eg, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and basic security concepts (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems and workflows to propose effective automation solutions. Collaboration and Communication: Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Project Management Skills: Basic project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies, and deliverables in a cross-functional environment. Research and Investigative Skills: Motivated to self-educate and explore company resources and external knowledge bases.
03/05/2024
Project-based
We are Global IT Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across UK, Europe and Australia. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: WAF Engineer: DevOps Automation (F5 Focused) Location: Hybrid - 2 days onsite in Sheffield Duration: Until 30/11/24 Role Description: F5 WAF Engineer - in-depth knowledge of F5 BIG-IP and NGNIX+WAF(Not F5 Platform/network) As an Automation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our IT infrastructure by designing, creating, and maintaining bespoke Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines tailored to specific project needs. This role will have an initial focus on leveraging F5 technologies alongside a broad spectrum of automation and DevOps practices to deliver our automation use cases; however once F5 automaton works have completed, works will progress to other WAF platforms and use cases. You will be responsible for the integration of CI/CD pipelines with solutions developed by other teams, Scripting, and the creation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Your expertise in Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, Python, and other relevant technologies will be essential. You should have a solid background in building CI/CD pipelines and a comprehensive understanding of DevOps practices. The ideal candidate should not only have technical proficiency in data structures, automation technologies, API interactions, and cloud services, but also exhibit a strong drive to research, investigate, and collaborate effectively within the organization. Key Responsibilities Developing and Delivering Automation for F5 WAF Platform: In the first instance: Developing and delivering automation solutions specifically for our F5 Web Application Firewall (WAF) platform, aligned with our specific use cases. This involves Scripting, configuring, and deploying automation workflows that enhance security, manageability, and operational efficiency of the F5 WAF environment. CI/CD Pipeline Development: Create, enhance and implement new, customized CI/CD pipelines tailored for specific project use cases, ensuring efficient, automated workflows Pipeline Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing CI/CD pipelines to ensure they are efficient, secure, and up-to-date with the latest technology standards Integration of Solutions: Work collaboratively with other teams to integrate their solutions and tools into the CI/CD pipelines effectively, enhancing overall workflow and productivity. IaC Manifests Creation: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests, predominantly using Terraform, to manage and provision IT infrastructure in a consistent and repeatable manner Tool Proficiency: Utilize and demonstrate expertise in tools such as Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, and Python, effectively integrating them into the CI/CD processes Script Writing: Write and maintain scripts to automate various aspects of the infrastructure and deployment processes, improving efficiency and reducing the potential for human error. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and implementation of DevOps practices Proactive Research and Collaboration: Eager to research and utilize company resources like Confluence, find relevant contacts, and reach out to other teams for unknowns. Prepared to independently investigate and resolve challenges. Required F5 Experiences - One or more of these F5 ASM/AWAF Knowledge & Experience: Understanding and practical experience with F5's Application Security Manager (ASM) and Advanced WAF (AWAF), including configuration, management, and troubleshooting of application security policies and web application Firewalls. F5 with API Gateway: Experience: Integrating F5 solutions with API Gateway technologies, demonstrating the ability to secure and manage APIs effectively. Experience in using F5 with Kong API Gateway; managing, and optimizing API traffic through F5 systems. F5 GTM and Proxy Technologies: Knowledge and experience with F5's Global Traffic Manager (GTM) as well as experience with Proxy technologies, including forward and reverse proxies Basic Certificate Management: Knowledge of SSL/TLS certificate management processes, including issuance, renewal, and deployment, within F5 environments. F5 AS3: Experience; Experience with AS3 (Application Services 3 Extension), for declarative automation and orchestration of F5 BIG-IP services. Proficiency in automating the deployment and management of F5 configurations using AS3 Key Experience - Ideal Candidate Profile Technical Expertise in CI/CD Tools: Proficiency in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, Travis CI, GitLab CI, and Bamboo. Ability to configure, manage, and optimize these tools for various project requirements. Proficiency in Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell. Ability to write and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and deployments Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Extensive experience in creating and managing infrastructure using code. Proficiency in IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet Data Structuring and Management: Advanced skills in managing data using formats like JSON, YAML, XML, and others. Capable of parsing, creating, and maintaining complex data structures for configuration and automation purposes. API Integration and Management: Expertise in querying, integrating, and managing APIs. Capable of constructing and executing API calls for data retrieval, updates, and inter-service communication. Version Control Systems: In-depth knowledge of version control systems like Git, including branching strategies, repository management, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm. Understanding of containerized environments and their integration into CI/CD pipelines Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP; understanding of cloud-specific services and how to integrate them into CI/CD processes Monitoring and Logging: Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or Splunk. Ability to set up and maintain monitoring and logging for applications and infrastructure Security Practices in DevOps (DevSecOps): Understanding of security practices in a DevOps environment. Familiarity with security scanning tools, implementing secure coding practices, and ensuring compliance with industry standards Agile and Scrum Methodologies: Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments and adapt to changing requirements Networking and Security Fundamentals: Knowledge of networking concepts (eg, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and basic security concepts (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems and workflows to propose effective automation solutions. Collaboration and Communication: Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Project Management Skills: Basic project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies, and deliverables in a cross-functional environment. Research and Investigative Skills: Motivated to self-educate and explore company resources and external knowledge bases.
OLE Description: F5 WAF Engineer - in-depth knowledge of F5 BIG-IP and NGNIX+WAF(Not F5 Platform/network) As an Automation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our IT infrastructure by designing, creating, and maintaining bespoke Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines tailored to specific project needs. This role will have an initial focus on leveraging F5 technologies alongside a broad spectrum of automation and DevOps practices to deliver our automation use cases; however once F5 automaton works have completed, works will progress to other WAF platforms and use cases. You will be responsible for the integration of CI/CD pipelines with solutions developed by other teams, Scripting, and the creation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Your expertise in Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, Python, and other relevant technologies will be essential. You should have a solid background in building CI/CD pipelines and a comprehensive understanding of DevOps practices. The ideal candidate should not only have technical proficiency in data structures, automation technologies, API interactions, and cloud services, but also exhibit a strong drive to research, investigate, and collaborate effectively within the organization. Key Responsibilities Developing and Delivering Automation for F5 WAF Platform: In the first instance: Developing and delivering automation solutions specifically for our F5 Web Application Firewall (WAF) platform, aligned with our specific use cases. This involves Scripting, configuring, and deploying automation workflows that enhance security, manageability, and operational efficiency of the F5 WAF environment. CI/CD Pipeline Development: Create, enhance and implement new, customized CI/CD pipelines tailored for specific project use cases, ensuring efficient, automated workflows Pipeline Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing CI/CD pipelines to ensure they are efficient, secure, and up-to-date with the latest technology standards Integration of Solutions: Work collaboratively with other teams to integrate their solutions and tools into the CI/CD pipelines effectively, enhancing overall workflow and productivity. IaC Manifests Creation: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests, predominantly using Terraform, to manage and provision IT infrastructure in a consistent and repeatable manner Tool Proficiency: Utilize and demonstrate expertise in tools such as Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, and Python, effectively integrating them into the CI/CD processes Script Writing: Write and maintain scripts to automate various aspects of the infrastructure and deployment processes, improving efficiency and reducing the potential for human error. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and implementation of DevOps practices Proactive Research and Collaboration: Eager to research and utilize company resources like Confluence, find relevant contacts, and reach out to other teams for unknowns. Prepared to independently investigate and resolve challenges. Required F5 Experiences - One or more of these F5 ASM/AWAF Knowledge & Experience: Understanding and practical experience with F5's Application Security Manager (ASM) and Advanced WAF (AWAF), including configuration, management, and troubleshooting of application security policies and web application Firewalls. F5 with API Gateway: Experience: Integrating F5 solutions with API Gateway technologies, demonstrating the ability to secure and manage APIs effectively. Experience in using F5 with Kong API Gateway; managing, and optimizing API traffic through F5 systems. F5 GTM and Proxy Technologies: Knowledge and experience with F5's Global Traffic Manager (GTM) as well as experience with Proxy technologies, including forward and reverse proxies Basic Certificate Management: Knowledge of SSL/TLS certificate management processes, including issuance, renewal, and deployment, within F5 environments. F5 AS3: Experience; Experience with AS3 (Application Services 3 Extension), for declarative automation and orchestration of F5 BIG-IP services. Proficiency in automating the deployment and management of F5 configurations using AS3 Key Experience - Ideal Candidate Profile Technical Expertise in CI/CD Tools: Proficiency in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, Travis CI, GitLab CI, and Bamboo. Ability to configure, manage, and optimize these tools for various project requirements. Proficiency in Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell. Ability to write and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and deployments Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Extensive experience in creating and managing infrastructure using code. Proficiency in IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet Data Structuring and Management: Advanced skills in managing data using formats like JSON, YAML, XML, and others. Capable of parsing, creating, and maintaining complex data structures for configuration and automation purposes. API Integration and Management: Expertise in querying, integrating, and managing APIs. Capable of constructing and executing API calls for data retrieval, updates, and inter-service communication. Version Control Systems: In-depth knowledge of version control systems like Git, including branching strategies, repository management, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm. Understanding of containerized environments and their integration into CI/CD pipelines Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP; understanding of cloud-specific services and how to integrate them into CI/CD processes Monitoring and Logging: Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or Splunk. Ability to set up and maintain monitoring and logging for applications and infrastructure Security Practices in DevOps (DevSecOps): Understanding of security practices in a DevOps environment. Familiarity with security scanning tools, implementing secure coding practices, and ensuring compliance with industry standards Agile and Scrum Methodologies: Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments and adapt to changing requirements Networking and Security Fundamentals: Knowledge of networking concepts (eg, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and basic security concepts (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems and workflows to propose effective automation solutions. Collaboration and Communication: Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Project Management Skills: Basic project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies, and deliverables in a cross-functional environment. Research and Investigative Skills: Motivated to self-educate and explore company resources and external knowledge bases
03/05/2024
Project-based
OLE Description: F5 WAF Engineer - in-depth knowledge of F5 BIG-IP and NGNIX+WAF(Not F5 Platform/network) As an Automation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our IT infrastructure by designing, creating, and maintaining bespoke Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines tailored to specific project needs. This role will have an initial focus on leveraging F5 technologies alongside a broad spectrum of automation and DevOps practices to deliver our automation use cases; however once F5 automaton works have completed, works will progress to other WAF platforms and use cases. You will be responsible for the integration of CI/CD pipelines with solutions developed by other teams, Scripting, and the creation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Your expertise in Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, Python, and other relevant technologies will be essential. You should have a solid background in building CI/CD pipelines and a comprehensive understanding of DevOps practices. The ideal candidate should not only have technical proficiency in data structures, automation technologies, API interactions, and cloud services, but also exhibit a strong drive to research, investigate, and collaborate effectively within the organization. Key Responsibilities Developing and Delivering Automation for F5 WAF Platform: In the first instance: Developing and delivering automation solutions specifically for our F5 Web Application Firewall (WAF) platform, aligned with our specific use cases. This involves Scripting, configuring, and deploying automation workflows that enhance security, manageability, and operational efficiency of the F5 WAF environment. CI/CD Pipeline Development: Create, enhance and implement new, customized CI/CD pipelines tailored for specific project use cases, ensuring efficient, automated workflows Pipeline Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing CI/CD pipelines to ensure they are efficient, secure, and up-to-date with the latest technology standards Integration of Solutions: Work collaboratively with other teams to integrate their solutions and tools into the CI/CD pipelines effectively, enhancing overall workflow and productivity. IaC Manifests Creation: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manifests, predominantly using Terraform, to manage and provision IT infrastructure in a consistent and repeatable manner Tool Proficiency: Utilize and demonstrate expertise in tools such as Jenkins, JIRA, GitHub, and Python, effectively integrating them into the CI/CD processes Script Writing: Write and maintain scripts to automate various aspects of the infrastructure and deployment processes, improving efficiency and reducing the potential for human error. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and implementation of DevOps practices Proactive Research and Collaboration: Eager to research and utilize company resources like Confluence, find relevant contacts, and reach out to other teams for unknowns. Prepared to independently investigate and resolve challenges. Required F5 Experiences - One or more of these F5 ASM/AWAF Knowledge & Experience: Understanding and practical experience with F5's Application Security Manager (ASM) and Advanced WAF (AWAF), including configuration, management, and troubleshooting of application security policies and web application Firewalls. F5 with API Gateway: Experience: Integrating F5 solutions with API Gateway technologies, demonstrating the ability to secure and manage APIs effectively. Experience in using F5 with Kong API Gateway; managing, and optimizing API traffic through F5 systems. F5 GTM and Proxy Technologies: Knowledge and experience with F5's Global Traffic Manager (GTM) as well as experience with Proxy technologies, including forward and reverse proxies Basic Certificate Management: Knowledge of SSL/TLS certificate management processes, including issuance, renewal, and deployment, within F5 environments. F5 AS3: Experience; Experience with AS3 (Application Services 3 Extension), for declarative automation and orchestration of F5 BIG-IP services. Proficiency in automating the deployment and management of F5 configurations using AS3 Key Experience - Ideal Candidate Profile Technical Expertise in CI/CD Tools: Proficiency in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, Travis CI, GitLab CI, and Bamboo. Ability to configure, manage, and optimize these tools for various project requirements. Proficiency in Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell. Ability to write and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and deployments Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Extensive experience in creating and managing infrastructure using code. Proficiency in IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet Data Structuring and Management: Advanced skills in managing data using formats like JSON, YAML, XML, and others. Capable of parsing, creating, and maintaining complex data structures for configuration and automation purposes. API Integration and Management: Expertise in querying, integrating, and managing APIs. Capable of constructing and executing API calls for data retrieval, updates, and inter-service communication. Version Control Systems: In-depth knowledge of version control systems like Git, including branching strategies, repository management, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm. Understanding of containerized environments and their integration into CI/CD pipelines Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP; understanding of cloud-specific services and how to integrate them into CI/CD processes Monitoring and Logging: Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or Splunk. Ability to set up and maintain monitoring and logging for applications and infrastructure Security Practices in DevOps (DevSecOps): Understanding of security practices in a DevOps environment. Familiarity with security scanning tools, implementing secure coding practices, and ensuring compliance with industry standards Agile and Scrum Methodologies: Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments and adapt to changing requirements Networking and Security Fundamentals: Knowledge of networking concepts (eg, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and basic security concepts (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems and workflows to propose effective automation solutions. Collaboration and Communication: Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Project Management Skills: Basic project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies, and deliverables in a cross-functional environment. Research and Investigative Skills: Motivated to self-educate and explore company resources and external knowledge bases
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 . 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Role: Informatica MDM Platform Lead Duration: 6 months initial Rate: £700 - £750p/d IR35 Status: Inside Location: Hybrid - remote with 2 days a week West London We are currently partnering with a global supply chain and logistics company who are embarking on an ambitious data strategy programme of work to uplift their data capabilities, improving how and when their people use data, and becoming more data-driven as an organisation. This role is focused on building the Informatica toolset capabilities through the technical development of the platform and supporting the development of Master Data Management (MDM) solutions. Responsibilities: Develop a Roadmap for the development of the Informatica Toolset based on desired capabilities. Act as Technical Lead for Data projects leveraging Informatica product stack. Define overall Informatica data architecture leveraging CDI, Data Quality & Data Governance concepts. Lead the physical design of the MDM solutions that integrates and matches key data sources in a manner that aligns to company vision. Lead & mentor team of Informatica developers (internal and external) to meet committed project timelines. Ensure Informatica meets the non-functional requirements as a productionised platform. Support the Data Management Lead in development and deployment of MDM solutions. Support the adoption of the MDM platforms by assisting in the creation of training and other educational material. Design, develop, modify, configure & debug Informatica workflows. Employ comprehensive unit testing process to ensure the delivery meets the business requirements without compromising performance. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Debug, tune, and optimize code for optimal performance. Development and implementation of a Informatica platform strategy. Enabling, Informatica (CDGC), as a data governance tool, to drive data democratisation Development, maintenance, and enhancement of Informatica Mappings, Workflows, and processes Ensure MDM and more widely Data Engineering goals and objectives are met. Experience: Experience of working for a global firm Must have led at least two end-to-end projects using Informatica technology stack with team size of more than three developers. At least 5 years of experience in a technical Informatica strategy or delivery role. Worked in an Agile environment. Knowledge of master data management. Implementation of data management projects. Experience in DevOps Please apply with an updated CV for consideration.
03/05/2024
Project-based
Role: Informatica MDM Platform Lead Duration: 6 months initial Rate: £700 - £750p/d IR35 Status: Inside Location: Hybrid - remote with 2 days a week West London We are currently partnering with a global supply chain and logistics company who are embarking on an ambitious data strategy programme of work to uplift their data capabilities, improving how and when their people use data, and becoming more data-driven as an organisation. This role is focused on building the Informatica toolset capabilities through the technical development of the platform and supporting the development of Master Data Management (MDM) solutions. Responsibilities: Develop a Roadmap for the development of the Informatica Toolset based on desired capabilities. Act as Technical Lead for Data projects leveraging Informatica product stack. Define overall Informatica data architecture leveraging CDI, Data Quality & Data Governance concepts. Lead the physical design of the MDM solutions that integrates and matches key data sources in a manner that aligns to company vision. Lead & mentor team of Informatica developers (internal and external) to meet committed project timelines. Ensure Informatica meets the non-functional requirements as a productionised platform. Support the Data Management Lead in development and deployment of MDM solutions. Support the adoption of the MDM platforms by assisting in the creation of training and other educational material. Design, develop, modify, configure & debug Informatica workflows. Employ comprehensive unit testing process to ensure the delivery meets the business requirements without compromising performance. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Debug, tune, and optimize code for optimal performance. Development and implementation of a Informatica platform strategy. Enabling, Informatica (CDGC), as a data governance tool, to drive data democratisation Development, maintenance, and enhancement of Informatica Mappings, Workflows, and processes Ensure MDM and more widely Data Engineering goals and objectives are met. Experience: Experience of working for a global firm Must have led at least two end-to-end projects using Informatica technology stack with team size of more than three developers. At least 5 years of experience in a technical Informatica strategy or delivery role. Worked in an Agile environment. Knowledge of master data management. Implementation of data management projects. Experience in DevOps Please apply with an updated CV for consideration.
Desktop Support Engineer Location: Yeovil Salary: £29,290 Requirements: must either hold or be able to obtain SC security clearance, British nationals only The site benefits from easy access to travel links, free parking, and subsidised employee rates at the on-site restaurant. This is a full-time, permanent position working 08:00 - 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 16:00 on Fridays As a Desktop Support Engineer your role will involve: * Desktop/Laptop/VDI build, configuration and deployment to end users * Software installation/deployment * Smartphone deployment * Assisting the 2nd Line support team with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support calls * Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server * Smartphone support * Service Desk cover as required * Assisting with customer projects What we're looking for: * Full UK driving license is essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites * Microsoft Windows 7 and 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration and support * Microsoft Office 2010 onwards * Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills, experience in a Deskside Support role * Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment * Good verbal communication: ability to communicate to all levels * Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation and email correspondence * Good time management/organisational skills * Work well as part of a team or independently * Driving licence essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Desirable skills/qualifications: * Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification * Active Directory management * Understanding of SCCM * Understanding of Mobile Iron or similar mobile device management platforms * Understanding of McAfee EP As an Company Employee you will benefit from: * Flexible benefits including, medical insurance and eyecare vouchers * Company pension scheme * Income protection after 6 month's service * 23 days holiday raising to max 25 * Option to purchase/sell additional holiday * Life insurance * Employee Assistance Programme If you have the skill required, 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 Agency in relation to this vacancy.
03/05/2024
Full time
Desktop Support Engineer Location: Yeovil Salary: £29,290 Requirements: must either hold or be able to obtain SC security clearance, British nationals only The site benefits from easy access to travel links, free parking, and subsidised employee rates at the on-site restaurant. This is a full-time, permanent position working 08:00 - 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 16:00 on Fridays As a Desktop Support Engineer your role will involve: * Desktop/Laptop/VDI build, configuration and deployment to end users * Software installation/deployment * Smartphone deployment * Assisting the 2nd Line support team with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support calls * Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server * Smartphone support * Service Desk cover as required * Assisting with customer projects What we're looking for: * Full UK driving license is essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites * Microsoft Windows 7 and 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration and support * Microsoft Office 2010 onwards * Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills, experience in a Deskside Support role * Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment * Good verbal communication: ability to communicate to all levels * Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation and email correspondence * Good time management/organisational skills * Work well as part of a team or independently * Driving licence essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Desirable skills/qualifications: * Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification * Active Directory management * Understanding of SCCM * Understanding of Mobile Iron or similar mobile device management platforms * Understanding of McAfee EP As an Company Employee you will benefit from: * Flexible benefits including, medical insurance and eyecare vouchers * Company pension scheme * Income protection after 6 month's service * 23 days holiday raising to max 25 * Option to purchase/sell additional holiday * Life insurance * Employee Assistance Programme If you have the skill required, 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 Agency in relation to this vacancy.
*Candidate must be a British National & born in the UK and must be able to obtain SC Clearance* Job title: Desktop Support Engineer III Location: Yeovil, Somerset An exciting opportunity to work for a Global IT Consultancy company. Additional info: Due to the nature of the role, the candidate must either hold or be able to obtain SC security clearance, must be British national only & born in UK. The site benefits from easy access to travel links, free parking, and subsidised employee rates at the on-site restaurant. This is a full-time, permanent position working 08:00 - 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 16:00 on Fridays. Due to the nature of the client's work the successful candidate will need to be able to obtain SC Security Clearance. Responsibilities: Desktop/Laptop/VDI build, configuration and deployment to end users Software installation/deployment Smartphone deployment Assisting the 2nd Line support team with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support calls Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server Smartphone support Service Desk cover as required Assisting with customer projects What we're looking for: Full UK driving license is essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Microsoft Windows 7 and 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration and support Microsoft Office 2010 onwards Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills, experience in a Deskside Support role Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment Good verbal communication: ability to communicate to all levels Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation, and email correspondence Good time management/organisational skills Work well as part of a team or independently Driving licence essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Desirable skills/qualifications: Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification Active Directory management Understanding of SCCM Understanding of Mobile Iron or similar mobile device management platforms Understanding of McAfee EPO Employee benefits: Flexible benefits including, medical insurance and eyecare vouchers Company pension scheme Income protection after 6 month's service 23 days holiday raising to max 25 Option to purchase/sell additional holiday Life insurance Employee Assistance Programme
03/05/2024
Full time
*Candidate must be a British National & born in the UK and must be able to obtain SC Clearance* Job title: Desktop Support Engineer III Location: Yeovil, Somerset An exciting opportunity to work for a Global IT Consultancy company. Additional info: Due to the nature of the role, the candidate must either hold or be able to obtain SC security clearance, must be British national only & born in UK. The site benefits from easy access to travel links, free parking, and subsidised employee rates at the on-site restaurant. This is a full-time, permanent position working 08:00 - 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 16:00 on Fridays. Due to the nature of the client's work the successful candidate will need to be able to obtain SC Security Clearance. Responsibilities: Desktop/Laptop/VDI build, configuration and deployment to end users Software installation/deployment Smartphone deployment Assisting the 2nd Line support team with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support calls Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server Smartphone support Service Desk cover as required Assisting with customer projects What we're looking for: Full UK driving license is essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Microsoft Windows 7 and 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration and support Microsoft Office 2010 onwards Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills, experience in a Deskside Support role Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment Good verbal communication: ability to communicate to all levels Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation, and email correspondence Good time management/organisational skills Work well as part of a team or independently Driving licence essential to provide support across the large site and surrounding satellite sites Desirable skills/qualifications: Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification Active Directory management Understanding of SCCM Understanding of Mobile Iron or similar mobile device management platforms Understanding of McAfee EPO Employee benefits: Flexible benefits including, medical insurance and eyecare vouchers Company pension scheme Income protection after 6 month's service 23 days holiday raising to max 25 Option to purchase/sell additional holiday Life insurance Employee Assistance Programme
Linux Engineer - Ansible - Low Latency Trading Excellent opportunity for broadly skilled Linux Engineer with a passion for Ultra Low Latency systems Trading. The successful candidate will join a small, focussed team and build out the infrastructure for an institutional grade fully UK-regulated trading venue for digital assets. Role Provision of Exchange infrastructure, including server hardware, Linux OS and applications Second-line support of exchange infrastructure Provision of monitoring, management and alerting of Exchange infrastructure Provision of support to the Exchange Operations team to assist in daily exchange operations and resolving operational issues Working with the Security team to implement corporate security policies to ensure our IT environments adhere to internal and industry-standard policies and practices Propose and lead projects that improve our production environments Creation of technical documentation Contribution to Exchange design and architecture discussions Requirements No more than 7-10 years administering and deploying Debian and Redhat-based Linux solutions Practical exposure to Ansible, Puppet or similar configuration management tools Experience with configuring and managing resilient, low-latency environments is particularly welcome Experience with deployment and operations of virtualization platforms Exposure to configuring and extending the Zabbix monitoring platform or similar Familiarity with Firewall and VPN appliance management Demonstratable skills with orchestration and automation tools, including Scripting languages such as Bash/Shell, Perl, and Python Exposure to Redhat IdM or similar Identity Management platforms, including practical LDAP skills Self-starter and independent, able to work within a team. Detail-oriented with a structured approach to managing workload Capable of interacting with different teams throughout the organization and also with external clients to identify/resolve technical issues in a professional and effective manner Ability to write clear, concise and comprehensive documentation for processes and systems Practical experience with managing vendors and in proposing and evaluating new hardware and software solutions and their associated processes Strong command of spoken and written English Previous working experience in an Exchange or HFT environment Bank Banking Linux Engineer UNIX Engineer RHEL Redhat Red Hat Trading Investment Banking LSEG Financial Services Unix
03/05/2024
Full time
Linux Engineer - Ansible - Low Latency Trading Excellent opportunity for broadly skilled Linux Engineer with a passion for Ultra Low Latency systems Trading. The successful candidate will join a small, focussed team and build out the infrastructure for an institutional grade fully UK-regulated trading venue for digital assets. Role Provision of Exchange infrastructure, including server hardware, Linux OS and applications Second-line support of exchange infrastructure Provision of monitoring, management and alerting of Exchange infrastructure Provision of support to the Exchange Operations team to assist in daily exchange operations and resolving operational issues Working with the Security team to implement corporate security policies to ensure our IT environments adhere to internal and industry-standard policies and practices Propose and lead projects that improve our production environments Creation of technical documentation Contribution to Exchange design and architecture discussions Requirements No more than 7-10 years administering and deploying Debian and Redhat-based Linux solutions Practical exposure to Ansible, Puppet or similar configuration management tools Experience with configuring and managing resilient, low-latency environments is particularly welcome Experience with deployment and operations of virtualization platforms Exposure to configuring and extending the Zabbix monitoring platform or similar Familiarity with Firewall and VPN appliance management Demonstratable skills with orchestration and automation tools, including Scripting languages such as Bash/Shell, Perl, and Python Exposure to Redhat IdM or similar Identity Management platforms, including practical LDAP skills Self-starter and independent, able to work within a team. Detail-oriented with a structured approach to managing workload Capable of interacting with different teams throughout the organization and also with external clients to identify/resolve technical issues in a professional and effective manner Ability to write clear, concise and comprehensive documentation for processes and systems Practical experience with managing vendors and in proposing and evaluating new hardware and software solutions and their associated processes Strong command of spoken and written English Previous working experience in an Exchange or HFT environment Bank Banking Linux Engineer UNIX Engineer RHEL Redhat Red Hat Trading Investment Banking LSEG Financial Services Unix
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Edinburgh, Midlothian
Job title: Desktop Engineer (with network experience) Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £240 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Supporting one of our clients based from in Edinburgh, day-to-day activities will include resolving a wide variety of desktop software and hardware incidents along with some physical network duties. The site benefits from: * Easy access to travel links * Free on-site parking * Employee rates at the on-site restaurant Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed. Due to the nature of our client's work the successful candidate will need to be hold SC Security Clearance. For this reason, we are only able to progress with applications from British nationals. Primary role requirements: * Responsible for maintaining and promoting highest level of service to the client * Adhering to technical standards, service delivery processes and ensuring service delivery is both cost effective and efficient * Responsible for Incident ticket handling, escalation and problem diagnosis * Desktop/Laptop/VDI - build, configuration and deployment to end users * Assist with software installation/deployment * Assist with Smarthphone deployments Secondary role requirements: * Assisting the 3rd Line support teams with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support tickets * Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server * Smarthpone support * Network patching and troubleshooting Essential Skills and Qualifications: * Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration, and support * Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 onwards * Working knowledge of Active Directory - Users and Computers * Have an understanding of DNS, DHCP * Working knowledge of Cisco AnyConnect VPN * RSA Secure Login administration * Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills * Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment * Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation and email correspondence * Able to work well as part of a team or independently Desirable skills/qualifications: * ITIL Version 3/4 Foundation * CompTia A+ Certification * Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification If you have the skill 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: Desktop Engineer (with network experience) Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £240 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Supporting one of our clients based from in Edinburgh, day-to-day activities will include resolving a wide variety of desktop software and hardware incidents along with some physical network duties. The site benefits from: * Easy access to travel links * Free on-site parking * Employee rates at the on-site restaurant Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed. Due to the nature of our client's work the successful candidate will need to be hold SC Security Clearance. For this reason, we are only able to progress with applications from British nationals. Primary role requirements: * Responsible for maintaining and promoting highest level of service to the client * Adhering to technical standards, service delivery processes and ensuring service delivery is both cost effective and efficient * Responsible for Incident ticket handling, escalation and problem diagnosis * Desktop/Laptop/VDI - build, configuration and deployment to end users * Assist with software installation/deployment * Assist with Smarthphone deployments Secondary role requirements: * Assisting the 3rd Line support teams with laptop, desktop and VDI terminals support tickets * Hardware installation/upgrade/break fix for desktop, laptop, and server * Smarthpone support * Network patching and troubleshooting Essential Skills and Qualifications: * Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 Operating Systems - Deployment, configuration, and support * Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 onwards * Working knowledge of Active Directory - Users and Computers * Have an understanding of DNS, DHCP * Working knowledge of Cisco AnyConnect VPN * RSA Secure Login administration * Proven and demonstrable software and hardware troubleshooting skills * Knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and OS/Application deployment * Good written communication: concise and accurate call logging, documentation and email correspondence * Able to work well as part of a team or independently Desirable skills/qualifications: * ITIL Version 3/4 Foundation * CompTia A+ Certification * Microsoft Windows 7/10 training and certification If you have the skill 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
Application Support Engineer - London (Hybrid role) - £45-50K An exciting opportunity working within a high performing Application Support team. A hybrid role with the option to work remote 4 days with 1 day in the London office. My client is looking for a confident self-starter to provide high level tech support across all applications. Key Responsibilities - Provide incident management to various applications. - Troubleshoot & diagnose application issues. - Review & acknowledge alert notifications, escalating where necessary. - Manage the out of hours deployment of application releases into production environments. - Become SME for at least one of the core applications used. - Maintain the application support knowledge base. - Build constructive relationships with the development, infrastructure and offshore teams. Key Skills Required - Microsoft SQL Server and .NET. - Azure Administration. - Writing, debugging & Scripting in MS Powershell, SQL, Linux/Unix Shell, Bash or other coding language. - Proven experience installing, configuring, and diagnosing software issues. - Knowledge of Windows operating systems. - Experience of deploying & managing applications within a Windows environment. Application Support Engineer - London (Hybrid role) - £45-50K
02/05/2024
Full time
Application Support Engineer - London (Hybrid role) - £45-50K An exciting opportunity working within a high performing Application Support team. A hybrid role with the option to work remote 4 days with 1 day in the London office. My client is looking for a confident self-starter to provide high level tech support across all applications. Key Responsibilities - Provide incident management to various applications. - Troubleshoot & diagnose application issues. - Review & acknowledge alert notifications, escalating where necessary. - Manage the out of hours deployment of application releases into production environments. - Become SME for at least one of the core applications used. - Maintain the application support knowledge base. - Build constructive relationships with the development, infrastructure and offshore teams. Key Skills Required - Microsoft SQL Server and .NET. - Azure Administration. - Writing, debugging & Scripting in MS Powershell, SQL, Linux/Unix Shell, Bash or other coding language. - Proven experience installing, configuring, and diagnosing software issues. - Knowledge of Windows operating systems. - Experience of deploying & managing applications within a Windows environment. Application Support Engineer - London (Hybrid role) - £45-50K
Senior and Lead Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will lead some of their teams who provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience leading engineering teams building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have a solid understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. IND_PC2 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
02/05/2024
Full time
Senior and Lead Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will lead some of their teams who provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience leading engineering teams building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have a solid understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. IND_PC2 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Description: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has worked with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to deliver value to our customers through effective application of digital thinking and technology change. Methods was acquired by ALTEN Plc (a French multi-national Engineering and IT company) in 2022. Our strategy is to deliver profitable, sustainable growth; expanding ALTEN's Enterprise IT Service capabilities in the UK for both public and private sector customers. Our TDSE (Technical Delivery and Software Engineering) portfolio is a key part of Methods' growth strategy, focusing on software and cloud engineering, consultancy, and technical architecture. Our aim is to deliver value by delivering high-quality solutions, built on a DevOps culture and continuous delivery principles to support digital, data and technology transformation. The business has grown rapidly (from startup in 2019 to just under £30m turnover in 2022-3) and targets profitable growth over the next 5 years as part of ALTEN's global expansion strategy. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share knowledge and solve problems. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Summary Methods is seeking a Senior Developer to join our growing software engineering team. As a Senior Developer at Methods you will be expected to work on client projects delivering high quality software. You will be expected to feed in to design decisions, help promote best working practices, carry out code reviews, take part in sprint ceremonies and be part of meetings with client stakeholders as required. Away from project work you will be given time for personal development and will be expected to keep improving existing skills and learning new technologies. You will also be asked at times to provide input into bids for new work. Responsibilities Designing and developing high-quality web applications Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scopes Implementing innovative solutions to meet project objectives and deliverables Working with Front End developers to integrate user interfaces with Back End functionalities Conducting code reviews and ensuring code quality and best practices Troubleshooting and debugging applications to identify and fix issues Sharing knowledge and providing support to other developers Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies Assisting with writing bids Requirements Extensive .NET C# Experience with NodeJS development Experience developing secure web services and RESTful APIs Experience with Front End technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Experience of software testing best practices (TDD, BDD) Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases Experience with continuous integration and deployment Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Additional This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of Have you lived in the UK for the last 5 years? Have you travelled outside of the UK for more than 28 days in the last 12 months? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Have you had any extended periods of travel over 3 months in the last 5 years? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Do you have dual nationality or any former nationalities? Are you willing to go through the vetting process for SC? This will be discussed with you at interview. This role is mainly home-based with occasional travel to the office. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect: Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment As well as this we offer: Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
02/05/2024
Full time
Description: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has worked with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to deliver value to our customers through effective application of digital thinking and technology change. Methods was acquired by ALTEN Plc (a French multi-national Engineering and IT company) in 2022. Our strategy is to deliver profitable, sustainable growth; expanding ALTEN's Enterprise IT Service capabilities in the UK for both public and private sector customers. Our TDSE (Technical Delivery and Software Engineering) portfolio is a key part of Methods' growth strategy, focusing on software and cloud engineering, consultancy, and technical architecture. Our aim is to deliver value by delivering high-quality solutions, built on a DevOps culture and continuous delivery principles to support digital, data and technology transformation. The business has grown rapidly (from startup in 2019 to just under £30m turnover in 2022-3) and targets profitable growth over the next 5 years as part of ALTEN's global expansion strategy. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share knowledge and solve problems. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Summary Methods is seeking a Senior Developer to join our growing software engineering team. As a Senior Developer at Methods you will be expected to work on client projects delivering high quality software. You will be expected to feed in to design decisions, help promote best working practices, carry out code reviews, take part in sprint ceremonies and be part of meetings with client stakeholders as required. Away from project work you will be given time for personal development and will be expected to keep improving existing skills and learning new technologies. You will also be asked at times to provide input into bids for new work. Responsibilities Designing and developing high-quality web applications Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scopes Implementing innovative solutions to meet project objectives and deliverables Working with Front End developers to integrate user interfaces with Back End functionalities Conducting code reviews and ensuring code quality and best practices Troubleshooting and debugging applications to identify and fix issues Sharing knowledge and providing support to other developers Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies Assisting with writing bids Requirements Extensive .NET C# Experience with NodeJS development Experience developing secure web services and RESTful APIs Experience with Front End technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Experience of software testing best practices (TDD, BDD) Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases Experience with continuous integration and deployment Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Additional This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of Have you lived in the UK for the last 5 years? Have you travelled outside of the UK for more than 28 days in the last 12 months? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Have you had any extended periods of travel over 3 months in the last 5 years? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Do you have dual nationality or any former nationalities? Are you willing to go through the vetting process for SC? This will be discussed with you at interview. This role is mainly home-based with occasional travel to the office. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect: Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment As well as this we offer: Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Lead PHP (Laravel) Developer- £80k + 20% Bonus - Join a fintech specialist supporting financial advisers, property developers and homeowners. As a Lead PHP Developer, your primary focus will be to build a greenfield platform using PHP/Laravel to replace their Legacy system (Zend). You will contribute to architectural decisions, design patterns, engineering practices and implementation. Location: X1-2 week in Watford Office, WD17 1EU Salary: £75,000-£80,000 + 20% bonus Key responsibilities: Assist in architecting, design, development, and implementation of complex web-based applications and core utilities Collaborate with divisional architects, lead engineers and other engineers to set web-based architectural standards for the division Provide a level of mentorship to junior developers (when necessary) Effectively manage time and convey progress whilst working on multiple tasks Assist in improving the company's deployment processes Interpret and evaluate business requirements and contribute to the design of applications Our Expectations for the Ideal Candidate Senior-level Knowledge and Experience with PHP and Laravel Senior-level Knowledge and Experience in JavaScript (Preferable Vue.js) Strong command line use of Git. Knowledge of Zend framework. In-depth experience with MySQL Robust knowledge of cyber security (vulnerabilities, mitigation's, dependencies) Previous experience designing and building cloud SaaS Applications If you're interested in joining a Fintech company that strives to modernise its technology and prides itself on having a strong calibre of in-house engineers. Please get in touch with an up-to-date CV to get a conversation rolling. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
02/05/2024
Full time
Lead PHP (Laravel) Developer- £80k + 20% Bonus - Join a fintech specialist supporting financial advisers, property developers and homeowners. As a Lead PHP Developer, your primary focus will be to build a greenfield platform using PHP/Laravel to replace their Legacy system (Zend). You will contribute to architectural decisions, design patterns, engineering practices and implementation. Location: X1-2 week in Watford Office, WD17 1EU Salary: £75,000-£80,000 + 20% bonus Key responsibilities: Assist in architecting, design, development, and implementation of complex web-based applications and core utilities Collaborate with divisional architects, lead engineers and other engineers to set web-based architectural standards for the division Provide a level of mentorship to junior developers (when necessary) Effectively manage time and convey progress whilst working on multiple tasks Assist in improving the company's deployment processes Interpret and evaluate business requirements and contribute to the design of applications Our Expectations for the Ideal Candidate Senior-level Knowledge and Experience with PHP and Laravel Senior-level Knowledge and Experience in JavaScript (Preferable Vue.js) Strong command line use of Git. Knowledge of Zend framework. In-depth experience with MySQL Robust knowledge of cyber security (vulnerabilities, mitigation's, dependencies) Previous experience designing and building cloud SaaS Applications If you're interested in joining a Fintech company that strives to modernise its technology and prides itself on having a strong calibre of in-house engineers. Please get in touch with an up-to-date CV to get a conversation rolling. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Workday Software Engineer/Architect Market leading Funding management services company with office in Ireland, the UK and the MENA region has an urgent requirement for a Senior Workday Software Engineer/Architect The Workday Software Engineer/Architect will Drive engineering projects by developing software solutions and leading a team in their implementation, supervising base and associate level engineers as needed. This role is offered on a primarily remote basis, but very occasionally might require the Workday Software Engineer/Architect to pay an onsite visit to the company's offices in Dublin or London. While the role is initially on a contract basis, there is a strong probability of the role being made permanent for candidates interested in this form of employment. Either way, the role offers a great opportunity for ambitious Software Engineering/Architecture professionals to further their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Prospective candidate must have previous experoence with Workday FIN/HCM. Responsibilities of role Develop and maintain robust, efficient and extensible Solutions using a varied set of languages, frameworks and tools including Xpresso, React, Typescript, GraphQL, NodeJS, Cypress and Jest Deliver reliable software through continuous integration, automated testing, and in-depth code & design reviews. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ideate, prototype, plan and deliver exciting capabilities. Advocate & champion best practices in both software engineering & agile development. Build proof of concepts to help shape the future success of our product. Mentor, coach and learn from peer teammates through workshops, pair programming, code/design reviews and documentation. Essential Candidate Requirements Third level degree in Computer Science, IT or related area 7+ Years development experience Direct experience leading development teams Must have direct experience with Workday FINS and HCM CI/CD, using Jenkins, SonarQube, Git, Azure DevOps Automated Release Management and Integration Excellent knowledge of Build Frameworks (eg maven, gradle, msbuild, junit) JAVA 8 or higher .NET Framework Database Packaging and Deployment Artefact Management, Maven and Nuget Powershell and Windows Command Line experience Automated Monitoring at least one of Elk Stack, Neu Relic, Elastic.io High level understanding of different SQL formats Strong Understanding of Automated Testing and End to End Test Case Management Hands on Implementation with Identity and Access Management, including SAML2, OAUTH, SSL, LDAP, DS, Kerberos Strong experience with Cloud Infrastructure (Azure/Google/AWS or similar) IMPORTANT! All applicants must have immediate availability to work in the EU as our client cannot provide any kind of Visa or Work Permit sponsorship at present. To Apply For more information on this role, please contact Níall or send current CV along with brief cover letter through this site
01/05/2024
Project-based
Senior Workday Software Engineer/Architect Market leading Funding management services company with office in Ireland, the UK and the MENA region has an urgent requirement for a Senior Workday Software Engineer/Architect The Workday Software Engineer/Architect will Drive engineering projects by developing software solutions and leading a team in their implementation, supervising base and associate level engineers as needed. This role is offered on a primarily remote basis, but very occasionally might require the Workday Software Engineer/Architect to pay an onsite visit to the company's offices in Dublin or London. While the role is initially on a contract basis, there is a strong probability of the role being made permanent for candidates interested in this form of employment. Either way, the role offers a great opportunity for ambitious Software Engineering/Architecture professionals to further their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Prospective candidate must have previous experoence with Workday FIN/HCM. Responsibilities of role Develop and maintain robust, efficient and extensible Solutions using a varied set of languages, frameworks and tools including Xpresso, React, Typescript, GraphQL, NodeJS, Cypress and Jest Deliver reliable software through continuous integration, automated testing, and in-depth code & design reviews. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ideate, prototype, plan and deliver exciting capabilities. Advocate & champion best practices in both software engineering & agile development. Build proof of concepts to help shape the future success of our product. Mentor, coach and learn from peer teammates through workshops, pair programming, code/design reviews and documentation. Essential Candidate Requirements Third level degree in Computer Science, IT or related area 7+ Years development experience Direct experience leading development teams Must have direct experience with Workday FINS and HCM CI/CD, using Jenkins, SonarQube, Git, Azure DevOps Automated Release Management and Integration Excellent knowledge of Build Frameworks (eg maven, gradle, msbuild, junit) JAVA 8 or higher .NET Framework Database Packaging and Deployment Artefact Management, Maven and Nuget Powershell and Windows Command Line experience Automated Monitoring at least one of Elk Stack, Neu Relic, Elastic.io High level understanding of different SQL formats Strong Understanding of Automated Testing and End to End Test Case Management Hands on Implementation with Identity and Access Management, including SAML2, OAUTH, SSL, LDAP, DS, Kerberos Strong experience with Cloud Infrastructure (Azure/Google/AWS or similar) IMPORTANT! All applicants must have immediate availability to work in the EU as our client cannot provide any kind of Visa or Work Permit sponsorship at present. To Apply For more information on this role, please contact Níall or send current CV along with brief cover letter through this site
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
30/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred