Job Purpose & Summary Your expertise as a Multimedia Specialist is essential to our team. This is a multi-disciplinary role across a broad range of platforms, and you will need to be an expert in graphic design, photography, videography, web development and search engine marketing. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and your ability to execute these tasks effectively is crucial to the growth and prosperity of our organisation. Key responsibilities Implement and manage performance of Magenta, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress & HTML sites via organic search engine marketing. Devise, develop and execute off-page linking strategies, where necessary. Optimize websites, Google/Facebook feeds to ensure content engagement and conversion. Monitor performance of sites against acquisition targets identifying areas for improvement and provide recommendations. Create and implement on-page and off-page strategies to facilitate acquisition targets across all digital channels. Identify digital gaps and provide development team with recommendations for implementation based on driving maximum traffic, engagement and conversion while following white-hat SEO best practices. Monitor competitors and provide recommendations to ensure clients achieve maximum returns. Development in conjunction with design team for specific landing page optimization/conversion AdWords campaigns across Magento, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress and HTML. Provide assistance with specifying and designing Internet strategies and web-based methods. Oversee the creative process and give guidance to the design/media team as required. Collaborate with web developers to integrate multimedia elements into websites and optimize user experiences. Ensure content is responsive and accessible. Create and format multimedia content for various media platforms, adapting content to meet platform-specific requirements and trends. Testing multimedia products for technical errors or faults and correct accordingly. Analysing, designing and developing Internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and Scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce Internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and Scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Continue to develop enhancements for product HyperGift. Monitor Product HyperGift sales and provide marketing strategies for current HyperGift clients. Production of HyperGift training videos. Monitor and upgrade Product HyperGift Voucher Templates. Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' in SEO and development experience across multiple CMS/websites. Excellent analytical skills with experience of delivering reports and ensuring recommended actions. Working development knowledge of Opensource CMS, Shopify, PHP, HTML 5, Java and Python. C# added advantage. Proficiency in multimedia software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Final Cut Pro, or similar. Strong understanding of photo/video production techniques, including shooting, editing, color correction, and sound design. Drone operator experience, preferably DJI. A good understanding of technologies used to run, track and optimise campaigns. Super analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision. Team Player.
26/04/2024
Full time
Job Purpose & Summary Your expertise as a Multimedia Specialist is essential to our team. This is a multi-disciplinary role across a broad range of platforms, and you will need to be an expert in graphic design, photography, videography, web development and search engine marketing. You will work both independently and as part of a team, and your ability to execute these tasks effectively is crucial to the growth and prosperity of our organisation. Key responsibilities Implement and manage performance of Magenta, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress & HTML sites via organic search engine marketing. Devise, develop and execute off-page linking strategies, where necessary. Optimize websites, Google/Facebook feeds to ensure content engagement and conversion. Monitor performance of sites against acquisition targets identifying areas for improvement and provide recommendations. Create and implement on-page and off-page strategies to facilitate acquisition targets across all digital channels. Identify digital gaps and provide development team with recommendations for implementation based on driving maximum traffic, engagement and conversion while following white-hat SEO best practices. Monitor competitors and provide recommendations to ensure clients achieve maximum returns. Development in conjunction with design team for specific landing page optimization/conversion AdWords campaigns across Magento, Joomla, Shopify, WordPress and HTML. Provide assistance with specifying and designing Internet strategies and web-based methods. Oversee the creative process and give guidance to the design/media team as required. Collaborate with web developers to integrate multimedia elements into websites and optimize user experiences. Ensure content is responsive and accessible. Create and format multimedia content for various media platforms, adapting content to meet platform-specific requirements and trends. Testing multimedia products for technical errors or faults and correct accordingly. Analysing, designing and developing Internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and Scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce Internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and Scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Continue to develop enhancements for product HyperGift. Monitor Product HyperGift sales and provide marketing strategies for current HyperGift clients. Production of HyperGift training videos. Monitor and upgrade Product HyperGift Voucher Templates. Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' in SEO and development experience across multiple CMS/websites. Excellent analytical skills with experience of delivering reports and ensuring recommended actions. Working development knowledge of Opensource CMS, Shopify, PHP, HTML 5, Java and Python. C# added advantage. Proficiency in multimedia software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Final Cut Pro, or similar. Strong understanding of photo/video production techniques, including shooting, editing, color correction, and sound design. Drone operator experience, preferably DJI. A good understanding of technologies used to run, track and optimise campaigns. Super analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision. Team Player.
Conversation Designer (NLP) Fully remote (UK-based) Up to £50,000 Tech4Good I'm looking for a Conversation Designer to work for a startup doing some truly meaningful work in the women's health space. You don't need to be a woman to apply, but you definitely need to be comfortable talking about women's health-related subjects. The company is already revenue-generating and has had HUGE success over recent years. They're at a stage in their journey where they're expanding their product offering. Your role will be to design, develop, train, and maintain their award-winning conversational chatbot platform. You'll take ownership of designing conversational structures, dialogues, and flows and liaise with ML Engineers to train and optimise language understanding models based on real user interactions. They're looking for people who are technically astute but are also compassionate, and empathetic and want to use their skills for something meaningful. The mission is to develop chatbots to have an emotional support element and understand the past histories and struggles of each user, so sentiment AI knowledge would be a real bonus. Requirements: Min 2 years experience in designing conversations for chatbots, voice assistants, virtual agents. Understanding of NLP concepts, including intent recognition, entity extraction and sentiment analysis. Strong writing and Scripting skills Experience with virtual agent platforms such as IBM Watson, DialogFlow or similar. On Offer: Salary - Up to £50,00 (DOE) Fully remote working 25 days annual leave + UK bank holiday Enhanced parental leave L&D funding and support If you're a highly compassionate, empathetic and mission-oriented Conversation Designer, please apply and I will get back to you ASAP.
25/04/2024
Full time
Conversation Designer (NLP) Fully remote (UK-based) Up to £50,000 Tech4Good I'm looking for a Conversation Designer to work for a startup doing some truly meaningful work in the women's health space. You don't need to be a woman to apply, but you definitely need to be comfortable talking about women's health-related subjects. The company is already revenue-generating and has had HUGE success over recent years. They're at a stage in their journey where they're expanding their product offering. Your role will be to design, develop, train, and maintain their award-winning conversational chatbot platform. You'll take ownership of designing conversational structures, dialogues, and flows and liaise with ML Engineers to train and optimise language understanding models based on real user interactions. They're looking for people who are technically astute but are also compassionate, and empathetic and want to use their skills for something meaningful. The mission is to develop chatbots to have an emotional support element and understand the past histories and struggles of each user, so sentiment AI knowledge would be a real bonus. Requirements: Min 2 years experience in designing conversations for chatbots, voice assistants, virtual agents. Understanding of NLP concepts, including intent recognition, entity extraction and sentiment analysis. Strong writing and Scripting skills Experience with virtual agent platforms such as IBM Watson, DialogFlow or similar. On Offer: Salary - Up to £50,00 (DOE) Fully remote working 25 days annual leave + UK bank holiday Enhanced parental leave L&D funding and support If you're a highly compassionate, empathetic and mission-oriented Conversation Designer, please apply and I will get back to you ASAP.
Conversation Designer (NLP) Fully remote (UK-based) Up to £50,000 Tech4Good I'm looking for a Conversation Designer to work for a startup doing some truly meaningful work in the women's health space. You don't need to be a woman to apply, but you definitely need to be comfortable talking about women's health-related subjects. The company is already revenue-generating and has had HUGE success over recent years. They're at a stage in their journey where they're expanding their product offering. Your role will be to design, develop, train, and maintain their award-winning conversational chatbot platform. You'll take ownership of designing conversational structures, dialogues, and flows and liaise with ML Engineers to train and optimise language understanding models based on real user interactions. They're looking for people who are technically astute but are also compassionate, and empathetic and want to use their skills for something meaningful. The mission is to develop chatbots to have an emotional support element and understand the past histories and struggles of each user, so sentiment AI knowledge would be a real bonus. Requirements: Min 2 years experience in designing conversations for chatbots, voice assistants, virtual agents. Understanding of NLP concepts, including intent recognition, entity extraction and sentiment analysis. Strong writing and Scripting skills Experience with virtual agent platforms such as IBM Watson, DialogFlow or similar. On Offer: Salary - Up to £50,00 (DOE) Fully remote working 25 days annual leave + UK bank holiday Enhanced parental leave L&D funding and support If you're a highly compassionate, empathetic and mission-oriented Conversation Designer, please apply and I will get back to you ASAP.
24/04/2024
Full time
Conversation Designer (NLP) Fully remote (UK-based) Up to £50,000 Tech4Good I'm looking for a Conversation Designer to work for a startup doing some truly meaningful work in the women's health space. You don't need to be a woman to apply, but you definitely need to be comfortable talking about women's health-related subjects. The company is already revenue-generating and has had HUGE success over recent years. They're at a stage in their journey where they're expanding their product offering. Your role will be to design, develop, train, and maintain their award-winning conversational chatbot platform. You'll take ownership of designing conversational structures, dialogues, and flows and liaise with ML Engineers to train and optimise language understanding models based on real user interactions. They're looking for people who are technically astute but are also compassionate, and empathetic and want to use their skills for something meaningful. The mission is to develop chatbots to have an emotional support element and understand the past histories and struggles of each user, so sentiment AI knowledge would be a real bonus. Requirements: Min 2 years experience in designing conversations for chatbots, voice assistants, virtual agents. Understanding of NLP concepts, including intent recognition, entity extraction and sentiment analysis. Strong writing and Scripting skills Experience with virtual agent platforms such as IBM Watson, DialogFlow or similar. On Offer: Salary - Up to £50,00 (DOE) Fully remote working 25 days annual leave + UK bank holiday Enhanced parental leave L&D funding and support If you're a highly compassionate, empathetic and mission-oriented Conversation Designer, please apply and I will get back to you ASAP.
M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect Location Based at client locations or working remotely Salary Negotiable, plus company benefits Job Overview Triad Group Plc is seeking a highly skilled and experienced M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. As a M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable solutions built on the Microsoft Power Platform. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, and C# and will be responsible for translating business requirements into robust, efficient, and scalable Power Platform solutions. The role will involve assessing new methods and technologies (within the power platform and outside) to inform the direction of the development, before implementing recommendations. As a consultant at Triad, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape, defining, designing, and delivering digital solutions across public, private, and third sectors. Operating within a Company that values autonomy and creativity, you will be at the forefront of solving complex problems, contributing to a culture of innovation that has been the hallmark of Triad's 35-year success story. Why Triad: Glassdoor score of 4.8/5 95% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend 100% CEO approval "At Triad, I've felt a sense of support and community from day one. The range of projects and flexibility to try different roles means I can forge my own career path with the support of my peers." About Us Join an award-winning team recognised twice for "Project Excellence" at "The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards." Triad operates at the heart of the public sector, understanding its technology challenges, and delivering goals at the best value for UK citizens. We are on a mission to become the UK's favourite technology company by 2025. Triad defines, designs, and delivers digital solutions, boasting a 35-year track record of success across public, private, and third sectors. Our flat management structure and absence of burdensome hierarchy promote autonomy, fostering a creative and innovative environment for solving complex problems. Responsibilities Solution Design and Architecture: Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions leveraging the Power Platform. Design end-to-end solutions on Power Platform, considering scalability, security, and performance aspects. Experience architecting C# solutions. Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams on Power Platform best practices. Mentor and coach team members to enhance their Power Platform skills and knowledge. Customisation and Development: Develop custom Power Apps, Power Automate flows, and Power BI reports to meet business requirements. Create and customise entities, fields, forms, and views in Dataverse. Integration: Design and implement integrations between Power Platform and other enterprise systems. Work with APIs and connectors to ensure seamless data flow between Power Platform and external systems. Governance and Compliance: Define and implement governance policies for Power Platform usage. Ensure compliance with organisational and industry-specific regulations. Performance Optimisation: Monitor and optimise the performance of Power Platform solutions. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scalability issues. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for Power Platform solutions. Document best practices, guidelines, and standards for Power Platform development. Qualifications: Hold current SC-level security clearance. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Technical Architect with a focus on Microsoft Power Platform. In-depth knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, and substantial experience in C# architecture. Strong understanding of Datamodelling and relational database concepts. Experience in designing and implementing complex Power Platform solutions. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services and integration capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant certifications in Power Platform are a plus. Preferred Skills: Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert. Experience with Power Virtual Agents. Knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts within Power Platform. What you will get 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays. Matched pension contributions of 5%. Free private health care and medical cover with Bupa (taxable as a benefit). Perkbox membership. Gym membership (up to £40 per month towards membership plus free membership at Lakeshore Fitness in Milton Keynes). Cycle to work scheme. Free Health and Wellbeing services (AIG Smart Health and Canada Life WeCare). What do our colleagues have to say? Please see for yourself on Glassdoor and our "Day in the life" videos at the top of our Career Page Interested? Please contact Ryan Jordan for the full job description or submit your application now. Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition, as a Disability Confident employer, our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role.
24/04/2024
Full time
M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect Location Based at client locations or working remotely Salary Negotiable, plus company benefits Job Overview Triad Group Plc is seeking a highly skilled and experienced M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. As a M365/Power Platform Solutions Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable solutions built on the Microsoft Power Platform. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, and C# and will be responsible for translating business requirements into robust, efficient, and scalable Power Platform solutions. The role will involve assessing new methods and technologies (within the power platform and outside) to inform the direction of the development, before implementing recommendations. As a consultant at Triad, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape, defining, designing, and delivering digital solutions across public, private, and third sectors. Operating within a Company that values autonomy and creativity, you will be at the forefront of solving complex problems, contributing to a culture of innovation that has been the hallmark of Triad's 35-year success story. Why Triad: Glassdoor score of 4.8/5 95% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend 100% CEO approval "At Triad, I've felt a sense of support and community from day one. The range of projects and flexibility to try different roles means I can forge my own career path with the support of my peers." About Us Join an award-winning team recognised twice for "Project Excellence" at "The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards." Triad operates at the heart of the public sector, understanding its technology challenges, and delivering goals at the best value for UK citizens. We are on a mission to become the UK's favourite technology company by 2025. Triad defines, designs, and delivers digital solutions, boasting a 35-year track record of success across public, private, and third sectors. Our flat management structure and absence of burdensome hierarchy promote autonomy, fostering a creative and innovative environment for solving complex problems. Responsibilities Solution Design and Architecture: Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions leveraging the Power Platform. Design end-to-end solutions on Power Platform, considering scalability, security, and performance aspects. Experience architecting C# solutions. Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams on Power Platform best practices. Mentor and coach team members to enhance their Power Platform skills and knowledge. Customisation and Development: Develop custom Power Apps, Power Automate flows, and Power BI reports to meet business requirements. Create and customise entities, fields, forms, and views in Dataverse. Integration: Design and implement integrations between Power Platform and other enterprise systems. Work with APIs and connectors to ensure seamless data flow between Power Platform and external systems. Governance and Compliance: Define and implement governance policies for Power Platform usage. Ensure compliance with organisational and industry-specific regulations. Performance Optimisation: Monitor and optimise the performance of Power Platform solutions. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scalability issues. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for Power Platform solutions. Document best practices, guidelines, and standards for Power Platform development. Qualifications: Hold current SC-level security clearance. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Technical Architect with a focus on Microsoft Power Platform. In-depth knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, and substantial experience in C# architecture. Strong understanding of Datamodelling and relational database concepts. Experience in designing and implementing complex Power Platform solutions. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services and integration capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant certifications in Power Platform are a plus. Preferred Skills: Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert. Experience with Power Virtual Agents. Knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts within Power Platform. What you will get 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays. Matched pension contributions of 5%. Free private health care and medical cover with Bupa (taxable as a benefit). Perkbox membership. Gym membership (up to £40 per month towards membership plus free membership at Lakeshore Fitness in Milton Keynes). Cycle to work scheme. Free Health and Wellbeing services (AIG Smart Health and Canada Life WeCare). What do our colleagues have to say? Please see for yourself on Glassdoor and our "Day in the life" videos at the top of our Career Page Interested? Please contact Ryan Jordan for the full job description or submit your application now. Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition, as a Disability Confident employer, our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role.
Director of Sales (Digital Learning) £90-100k + 20% bonus Central London (hybrid working) Join a leader in the digital learning industry! I am working exclusively with a forward-thinking company to hire a Director of Sales with experience of driving high performance in a direct to consumer/D2C/B2C digital sales environment. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for driving results, I am seeking a Director of Sales to lead the dedicated sales team to new heights. As the Director of Sales, you will be responsible for developing and executing digital sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand the customer base. You will lead a team of sales agents, providing guidance, motivation, and support to ensure targets are not just met, but exceeded. This role requires a good understanding of selling digital services to consumers, organising & optimising Salesforce, and introducing technology, automation and sales tools to help convert leads into learner enrolments. It would be great for the Director of Sales to have: Proven track record of success in direct to consumer/D2C/B2C digital sales, with experience in a leadership/managerial role Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience with Salesforce and tech savvy when it comes to introdusing automation and modern sales tools to aid sales performance Results-driven mindset with a focus on exceeding targets and KPIs Why Join as the Director of Sales: Opportunity to lead a driven, eager to learn sales team in a fast-growing industry Collaborative and innovative tech-driven work environment Professional development opportunities to grow your career Make a real impact on the success and growth of the company Help learners fulfil their potential by upskilling Eutopia Solutions Ltd ("Eutopia") is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Eutopia is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from any suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
24/04/2024
Full time
Director of Sales (Digital Learning) £90-100k + 20% bonus Central London (hybrid working) Join a leader in the digital learning industry! I am working exclusively with a forward-thinking company to hire a Director of Sales with experience of driving high performance in a direct to consumer/D2C/B2C digital sales environment. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for driving results, I am seeking a Director of Sales to lead the dedicated sales team to new heights. As the Director of Sales, you will be responsible for developing and executing digital sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand the customer base. You will lead a team of sales agents, providing guidance, motivation, and support to ensure targets are not just met, but exceeded. This role requires a good understanding of selling digital services to consumers, organising & optimising Salesforce, and introducing technology, automation and sales tools to help convert leads into learner enrolments. It would be great for the Director of Sales to have: Proven track record of success in direct to consumer/D2C/B2C digital sales, with experience in a leadership/managerial role Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience with Salesforce and tech savvy when it comes to introdusing automation and modern sales tools to aid sales performance Results-driven mindset with a focus on exceeding targets and KPIs Why Join as the Director of Sales: Opportunity to lead a driven, eager to learn sales team in a fast-growing industry Collaborative and innovative tech-driven work environment Professional development opportunities to grow your career Make a real impact on the success and growth of the company Help learners fulfil their potential by upskilling Eutopia Solutions Ltd ("Eutopia") is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Eutopia is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from any suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
You will be: Working closely with Business Analysts , supporting the development of good business and technical requirements. Working closely with internal and external technical teams (delivery, development and test) ensuring the built solution aligns to the agreed design. Working with the Project Management Office , aligning to our delivery strategies. Working with Enterprise Architecture , aligning solutions to our technology strategies. Leading the recommendation of appropriate technologies and architectures to meet requirements for particular projects (within the constraints of Project Needs, Business Needs, Enterprise Architecture and Technology). Ensuring technology options are fully costed, and risks and benefits understood to enable effective decision-making by project teams, sponsors and subject matter experts Ensuring clear handover of agreed design to delivery teams and continued architectural support throughout the delivery and cutover of solutions. Ensuring software vendors and outsourced implementation partners meet the required technology specifications to deliver a quality product, adhering to technical governance . Building and maintaining customer and stakeholder relationships that will support our ability to deliver its mission, its reputation and remain sustainable. Being an agent of change through visible ownership, clear and consistent communication and a focus on benefits realisation . Ensuring compliance with appropriate internal and external governance including quality, health, safety, security and environmental legislation, minimising risk to the business and enhancing our reputation. We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in. About the Candidate Knowledge, Experience and Skills Strong solutions architecture skills and experience Knowledge and experience with hybrid cloud and on-prem environments Exposure to the cyber security aspects of solution architectures Well versed with cloud architecture frameworks and design patterns Knowledge of data architecture and exposure to the pros and cons of various forms of data storage and processing Knowledge and experience with MS Azure solution architectures (esp. IaaS, PaaS and SaaS based solutions) Experience in MS Azure Infra, Networks, Storage, Apps and Azure DevOps Experience with Azure Resource Manager, Resource Groups, Virtual Networks, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage types, PowerShell DSC, Azure Automation, Azure Active Directory (Entra), and Azure Site Recovery Experience in developing and deploying cloud native applications using Azure PaaS Capabilities (App Services Plans, Key Vault, Azure Cosmos DB types) Strong communications , listening and influencing skills (diagrams, written and verbal) Experience in creating solution proposals, statement of work (SOW), presenting and articulating Strong business and technical analysis skills Ability to research existing and new solution components and blueprints to match with solution requirements Ability to use a risk based approach to recommendations on architectures Ability to tailor your approach to the given project/business area/vendor Ability to cope with ambiguity , whilst still striving for the required levels of clarity Understanding that "perfect is the enemy of good" Some experience diagramming with UML and utilising blueprint diagrams Exposure to how business works (ie you have sight outside of just the IT department) Personal Qualities Diligent , resilient and self-reliant Adaptable to different teams and environments Passionate for architecting good solutions within given constraints Self-motivated to drive your own learning (esp. in the MS Azure cloud solutions architecture space) Keen to grow knowledge in self and others through mentoring, coaching and sharing experience. Content not to reinvent the wheel, but to use existing solution sets and blueprints where available, and weave together and tailor where needed
23/04/2024
Full time
You will be: Working closely with Business Analysts , supporting the development of good business and technical requirements. Working closely with internal and external technical teams (delivery, development and test) ensuring the built solution aligns to the agreed design. Working with the Project Management Office , aligning to our delivery strategies. Working with Enterprise Architecture , aligning solutions to our technology strategies. Leading the recommendation of appropriate technologies and architectures to meet requirements for particular projects (within the constraints of Project Needs, Business Needs, Enterprise Architecture and Technology). Ensuring technology options are fully costed, and risks and benefits understood to enable effective decision-making by project teams, sponsors and subject matter experts Ensuring clear handover of agreed design to delivery teams and continued architectural support throughout the delivery and cutover of solutions. Ensuring software vendors and outsourced implementation partners meet the required technology specifications to deliver a quality product, adhering to technical governance . Building and maintaining customer and stakeholder relationships that will support our ability to deliver its mission, its reputation and remain sustainable. Being an agent of change through visible ownership, clear and consistent communication and a focus on benefits realisation . Ensuring compliance with appropriate internal and external governance including quality, health, safety, security and environmental legislation, minimising risk to the business and enhancing our reputation. We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in. About the Candidate Knowledge, Experience and Skills Strong solutions architecture skills and experience Knowledge and experience with hybrid cloud and on-prem environments Exposure to the cyber security aspects of solution architectures Well versed with cloud architecture frameworks and design patterns Knowledge of data architecture and exposure to the pros and cons of various forms of data storage and processing Knowledge and experience with MS Azure solution architectures (esp. IaaS, PaaS and SaaS based solutions) Experience in MS Azure Infra, Networks, Storage, Apps and Azure DevOps Experience with Azure Resource Manager, Resource Groups, Virtual Networks, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage types, PowerShell DSC, Azure Automation, Azure Active Directory (Entra), and Azure Site Recovery Experience in developing and deploying cloud native applications using Azure PaaS Capabilities (App Services Plans, Key Vault, Azure Cosmos DB types) Strong communications , listening and influencing skills (diagrams, written and verbal) Experience in creating solution proposals, statement of work (SOW), presenting and articulating Strong business and technical analysis skills Ability to research existing and new solution components and blueprints to match with solution requirements Ability to use a risk based approach to recommendations on architectures Ability to tailor your approach to the given project/business area/vendor Ability to cope with ambiguity , whilst still striving for the required levels of clarity Understanding that "perfect is the enemy of good" Some experience diagramming with UML and utilising blueprint diagrams Exposure to how business works (ie you have sight outside of just the IT department) Personal Qualities Diligent , resilient and self-reliant Adaptable to different teams and environments Passionate for architecting good solutions within given constraints Self-motivated to drive your own learning (esp. in the MS Azure cloud solutions architecture space) Keen to grow knowledge in self and others through mentoring, coaching and sharing experience. Content not to reinvent the wheel, but to use existing solution sets and blueprints where available, and weave together and tailor where needed