We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps/Platform Engineer to join our esteemed public sector project. Note: Candidate must have Active SC & NPPV3 clearance. Essential Skills and Experience: 10+ years of experience with a broad range of AWS technologies (eg, EC2, ECS,RDS, ELB, EBS, EFS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, KMS, SSM, HSM) to develop and maintain an AWS-based cloud solution, with an emphasis on best practice cloud security. Expertise in AWS networking using VPC, NACLs, route53, transit gateways and VIFs. Expertise in provisioning infrastructure using Terraform and VMs with tools such as Vagrant. Solid experience as a DevOps Engineer in a 24x7 uptime AWS environment, including automation experience with configuration management tools. Strong Scripting skills (eg Shell, Python, PowerShell) and automation skills. Experience in configuring Open LDAP Thorough knowledge of Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline using Groovy script. Experience with Docker containers and Amazon Linux 2023 AMI. Experience with system monitoring tools (eg, Grafana, Alert Manager, Prometheus, and Node exporter). Experience in deploying and configuring Postfix SMTP and Dovecot IMAP Servers. Experience configuring mail clients like Thunderbird and outlook office 365. Experience working with implementing COTS products. Experience in configuring and maintain Nginx and Squid Proxy with mTLS. Ability to analyse and resolve complex infrastructure resource and application deployment issues. Experience with Git, Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow for incident and change management. Experience in automating and codifying the installation of software packages. Nessus security scanning and antivirus experience with ClamAV and MS defender. Desired Skills and Experience: Experience in Jaspersoft reporting tool. DBA experience in performance tuning SQL queries and Postgres/Aurora DB config. Experience in setting up Proxmox cluster with ubuntu OS. Knowledge of Windows System Update Service and DFS Replication. Experience with Windows Group Policy Objects and access/permissions control via GPO. Firewall and switch configuration and patch management. Understanding of network topologies and common network protocols and services (DNS, HTTP(S), SSH, FTP, SMTP). Hands-on DevOps delivery experience working on digital or technology projects at a leading consultancy, agency, or government organization. AWS or Azure certification, or willingness to attain the certification. Self-starter, comfortable working in both process-driven and ambiguous environments. Experience and passion for working within Central Government and other sectors. Proven capability of working successfully with senior client stakeholders and end- users, quickly building successful relationships, and establishing credibility. Passion for digital and technology, with the drive and determination to continually learn new things and develop yourself and others. Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of attention to detail. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently in a highly collaborative, team-based environment.
08/05/2025
Full time
We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps/Platform Engineer to join our esteemed public sector project. Note: Candidate must have Active SC & NPPV3 clearance. Essential Skills and Experience: 10+ years of experience with a broad range of AWS technologies (eg, EC2, ECS,RDS, ELB, EBS, EFS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, KMS, SSM, HSM) to develop and maintain an AWS-based cloud solution, with an emphasis on best practice cloud security. Expertise in AWS networking using VPC, NACLs, route53, transit gateways and VIFs. Expertise in provisioning infrastructure using Terraform and VMs with tools such as Vagrant. Solid experience as a DevOps Engineer in a 24x7 uptime AWS environment, including automation experience with configuration management tools. Strong Scripting skills (eg Shell, Python, PowerShell) and automation skills. Experience in configuring Open LDAP Thorough knowledge of Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline using Groovy script. Experience with Docker containers and Amazon Linux 2023 AMI. Experience with system monitoring tools (eg, Grafana, Alert Manager, Prometheus, and Node exporter). Experience in deploying and configuring Postfix SMTP and Dovecot IMAP Servers. Experience configuring mail clients like Thunderbird and outlook office 365. Experience working with implementing COTS products. Experience in configuring and maintain Nginx and Squid Proxy with mTLS. Ability to analyse and resolve complex infrastructure resource and application deployment issues. Experience with Git, Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow for incident and change management. Experience in automating and codifying the installation of software packages. Nessus security scanning and antivirus experience with ClamAV and MS defender. Desired Skills and Experience: Experience in Jaspersoft reporting tool. DBA experience in performance tuning SQL queries and Postgres/Aurora DB config. Experience in setting up Proxmox cluster with ubuntu OS. Knowledge of Windows System Update Service and DFS Replication. Experience with Windows Group Policy Objects and access/permissions control via GPO. Firewall and switch configuration and patch management. Understanding of network topologies and common network protocols and services (DNS, HTTP(S), SSH, FTP, SMTP). Hands-on DevOps delivery experience working on digital or technology projects at a leading consultancy, agency, or government organization. AWS or Azure certification, or willingness to attain the certification. Self-starter, comfortable working in both process-driven and ambiguous environments. Experience and passion for working within Central Government and other sectors. Proven capability of working successfully with senior client stakeholders and end- users, quickly building successful relationships, and establishing credibility. Passion for digital and technology, with the drive and determination to continually learn new things and develop yourself and others. Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of attention to detail. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently in a highly collaborative, team-based environment.
Snowflake DBA - 6 months - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Norwich An experienced Snowflake Database Administrator is required to lead the management, optimisation, and governance of a secure, high-performing Snowflake environment for a leading organisation. This is a 6-month rolling contract, operating inside IR35, with on-site presence required several times per week in Norwich. Key Responsibilities: Administer and manage Snowflake environments: Oversee user accounts, roles, and permissions in Snowflake. Implement and maintain data security and governance: Ensure secure access, data masking, and compliance with policies. Optimize database performance and storage: Monitor and tune performance, manage virtual warehouses, and storage costs. Manage database objects and workflows: Create and maintain schemas, tables, views, and procedures. Support disaster recovery and data replication strategies: Implement back-up, restore, and cross-region replication plans. What you will ideally bring: Snowflake Administration, Deep expertise in Snowflake setup, configuration, and best practices. SQL & Snowflake SQL, Proficiency in standard ANSI SQL and Snowflake-specific extensions. Cloud Platform Knowledge (AWS preferred), Experience with AWS services relevant to data warehousing (S3, IAM, EC2, etc.). Database Administration Experience: Hands-on experience with traditional databases like SQL Server, Teradata, or Exadata. Security & Governance: Knowledge of role-based access control, data masking, and auditing in Snowflake. Contract Details: Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid in Norwich Daily Rate: Up to £500 Per Day (Inside IR35) Snowflake DBA - 6 months - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Norwich
07/05/2025
Project-based
Snowflake DBA - 6 months - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Norwich An experienced Snowflake Database Administrator is required to lead the management, optimisation, and governance of a secure, high-performing Snowflake environment for a leading organisation. This is a 6-month rolling contract, operating inside IR35, with on-site presence required several times per week in Norwich. Key Responsibilities: Administer and manage Snowflake environments: Oversee user accounts, roles, and permissions in Snowflake. Implement and maintain data security and governance: Ensure secure access, data masking, and compliance with policies. Optimize database performance and storage: Monitor and tune performance, manage virtual warehouses, and storage costs. Manage database objects and workflows: Create and maintain schemas, tables, views, and procedures. Support disaster recovery and data replication strategies: Implement back-up, restore, and cross-region replication plans. What you will ideally bring: Snowflake Administration, Deep expertise in Snowflake setup, configuration, and best practices. SQL & Snowflake SQL, Proficiency in standard ANSI SQL and Snowflake-specific extensions. Cloud Platform Knowledge (AWS preferred), Experience with AWS services relevant to data warehousing (S3, IAM, EC2, etc.). Database Administration Experience: Hands-on experience with traditional databases like SQL Server, Teradata, or Exadata. Security & Governance: Knowledge of role-based access control, data masking, and auditing in Snowflake. Contract Details: Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid in Norwich Daily Rate: Up to £500 Per Day (Inside IR35) Snowflake DBA - 6 months - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Norwich
Snowflake DBA Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months Rate: negotiable, inside IR35 Location: must be able to work hybrid in Norwich We are seeking a skilled Snowflake Database Administrator to support critical data infrastructure for a major client leveraging modern cloud platforms. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge data technologies and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a fast-paced, enterprise-scale environment. Key Responsibilities: - Administer and manage Snowflake accounts, data security, and governance - Maintain database objects and virtual warehouses - Monitor database performance and carry out tuning - Implement disaster recovery, backups, and data replication strategies - Use Snowflake Data Exchange and Marketplace for data sharing - Write and optimise SQL (ANSI + Snowflake-specific extensions) - Support cross-platform DB administration (eg SQL Server, Exadata, Teradata) Skills & Experience: - Proven experience with Snowflake administration - Strong SQL skills and performance tuning expertise - Solid understanding of AWS and related services - Background in database administration and cloud-based infrastructure - Familiarity with data governance and security best practices
07/05/2025
Project-based
Snowflake DBA Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months Rate: negotiable, inside IR35 Location: must be able to work hybrid in Norwich We are seeking a skilled Snowflake Database Administrator to support critical data infrastructure for a major client leveraging modern cloud platforms. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge data technologies and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a fast-paced, enterprise-scale environment. Key Responsibilities: - Administer and manage Snowflake accounts, data security, and governance - Maintain database objects and virtual warehouses - Monitor database performance and carry out tuning - Implement disaster recovery, backups, and data replication strategies - Use Snowflake Data Exchange and Marketplace for data sharing - Write and optimise SQL (ANSI + Snowflake-specific extensions) - Support cross-platform DB administration (eg SQL Server, Exadata, Teradata) Skills & Experience: - Proven experience with Snowflake administration - Strong SQL skills and performance tuning expertise - Solid understanding of AWS and related services - Background in database administration and cloud-based infrastructure - Familiarity with data governance and security best practices
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Director of Software Development with strong Java and Kafka experience. Candidate will be responsible for leading a team of skilled software engineers designing and delivering scalable and resilient hybrid and Cloud-based applications and data solutions supporting critical financial market clearing and risk activities; helping to drive the strategy of transforming the enterprise into a data-driven organization; lead through innovative strategic thinking in building data solutions. Responsibilities: Manage, lead, and mentor software development team Serve as technical product owner flushing out detailed business, architectural, and design requirements Develop solutions to complex technical challenges while coding, testing, troubleshooting and documenting the systems you and your team develop Recommend architectural changes and new technologies and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of OCC's systems and development processes Lead the efforts to optimize application performance and resilience though analysis, code refactoring, and systems tuning Collaborate with others to deliver complex projects involving the integration with multiple systems Work closely with internal and external business and technology partners. Build and manage a team of skilled software engineers Qualifications: 8+ years of experience leading software development teams Experience with Java Experience with distributed message brokers like Flink, Spark, Kafka Streams, etc. Experience with Agile development processes for enterprise software solutions Experience with software testing methodologies and automated testing frameworks Strong leadership skills Ability to manage project teams with different timelines and focus Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and change management Strong communication skills with ability to communicate and interact with engineers and business stakeholders Team player, self-driven, motivated, and able to work under pressure Technical Skills: 8-10 years of experience in building high performance, large scale data solutions Experience managing a team of professionals to drive their work, providing mentoring for growth, and delivering constructive feedback or course correction where necessary 8+ years of solutions design and architecture experience Hands-on development experience with multiple programming languages such as Python and Java Experience with Big Data processing technologies and frameworks such as Presto, Hadoop, MapReduce, and Spark Hands-on experiences designing and implementing RESTful APIs Knowledge and understanding of DevOps tools and technologies such as Terraform, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Harness, NexArtifactory, and CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of SQL, data warehousing design concepts, various data management systems (structured and semi structured) and integrating with various database technologies (Relational, NoSQL) Experience working with Cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) Experience with stream processing technologies and frameworks such as Kafka, Spark Streaming, Flink Familiarity with monitoring related tools and frameworks like Splunk, Elasticsearch, SignalFX, and AppDynamics Good understanding of data integrations patterns, technologies, and tools Education/Certification: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Master's degree preferred OCP Java Programmer Certification (preferred) AWS Certified Solutions Architect (preferred)
06/05/2025
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Director of Software Development with strong Java and Kafka experience. Candidate will be responsible for leading a team of skilled software engineers designing and delivering scalable and resilient hybrid and Cloud-based applications and data solutions supporting critical financial market clearing and risk activities; helping to drive the strategy of transforming the enterprise into a data-driven organization; lead through innovative strategic thinking in building data solutions. Responsibilities: Manage, lead, and mentor software development team Serve as technical product owner flushing out detailed business, architectural, and design requirements Develop solutions to complex technical challenges while coding, testing, troubleshooting and documenting the systems you and your team develop Recommend architectural changes and new technologies and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of OCC's systems and development processes Lead the efforts to optimize application performance and resilience though analysis, code refactoring, and systems tuning Collaborate with others to deliver complex projects involving the integration with multiple systems Work closely with internal and external business and technology partners. Build and manage a team of skilled software engineers Qualifications: 8+ years of experience leading software development teams Experience with Java Experience with distributed message brokers like Flink, Spark, Kafka Streams, etc. Experience with Agile development processes for enterprise software solutions Experience with software testing methodologies and automated testing frameworks Strong leadership skills Ability to manage project teams with different timelines and focus Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and change management Strong communication skills with ability to communicate and interact with engineers and business stakeholders Team player, self-driven, motivated, and able to work under pressure Technical Skills: 8-10 years of experience in building high performance, large scale data solutions Experience managing a team of professionals to drive their work, providing mentoring for growth, and delivering constructive feedback or course correction where necessary 8+ years of solutions design and architecture experience Hands-on development experience with multiple programming languages such as Python and Java Experience with Big Data processing technologies and frameworks such as Presto, Hadoop, MapReduce, and Spark Hands-on experiences designing and implementing RESTful APIs Knowledge and understanding of DevOps tools and technologies such as Terraform, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Harness, NexArtifactory, and CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of SQL, data warehousing design concepts, various data management systems (structured and semi structured) and integrating with various database technologies (Relational, NoSQL) Experience working with Cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) Experience with stream processing technologies and frameworks such as Kafka, Spark Streaming, Flink Familiarity with monitoring related tools and frameworks like Splunk, Elasticsearch, SignalFX, and AppDynamics Good understanding of data integrations patterns, technologies, and tools Education/Certification: BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Master's degree preferred OCP Java Programmer Certification (preferred) AWS Certified Solutions Architect (preferred)