Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. 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 skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. 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. Methods is currently looking for an IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our Azure Stack Hub environment, as well as the physical networking and cabling that underpins our data centers. You will work closely with cloud architects and system administrators to ensure seamless integration and performance across both cloud and on-premise systems. Key Responsibilities: Azure & Cloud Management: Deploy, configure, and manage Azure and Azure Stack Hub resources, integrating services such as Entra Governance. Networking & Physical Infrastructure: Set up and manage on-premise networking equipment, including rack and stack operations, cabling, and server configurations. Hardware & Systems Administration: Maintain and troubleshoot hardware systems (eg, Dell Servers) and software environments running Windows Server 2019+, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Linux & Virtualisation Expertise: Support Linux-based systems (Rocky Linux preferred) and leverage virtualisation platforms like Hyper-V and Kubernetes to optimise infrastructure. Documentation & Compliance: Develop and maintain detailed documentation for IT systems, ensuring compliance with security policies and standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with architects and engineers to resolve hardware, connectivity, and infrastructure issues. Requirements Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Azure, Azure Stack Hub, and hybrid cloud environments. Hardware Knowledge: Familiarity with Dell hardware and its configuration for enterprise systems. System Administration: Expertise in Windows Server 2019+, Active Directory, and Group Policy management. Networking Skills: Proven experience with on-premise networking, including server, switch, and cabling management. Linux Proficiency: Knowledge of Linux systems, with experience in Rocky Linux being a plus. Virtualisation & Containerisation: Competence with platforms like Hyper-V and Kubernetes to support infrastructure scalability. Certifications: Relevant certifications (eg, Azure Administrator Associate, Network+) are highly desirable. Clearance: Eligibility and the willingness for DV is essential 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 this will be discussed with you at interview. 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 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
30/06/2025
Full time
Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. 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 skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. 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. Methods is currently looking for an IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our Azure Stack Hub environment, as well as the physical networking and cabling that underpins our data centers. You will work closely with cloud architects and system administrators to ensure seamless integration and performance across both cloud and on-premise systems. Key Responsibilities: Azure & Cloud Management: Deploy, configure, and manage Azure and Azure Stack Hub resources, integrating services such as Entra Governance. Networking & Physical Infrastructure: Set up and manage on-premise networking equipment, including rack and stack operations, cabling, and server configurations. Hardware & Systems Administration: Maintain and troubleshoot hardware systems (eg, Dell Servers) and software environments running Windows Server 2019+, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Linux & Virtualisation Expertise: Support Linux-based systems (Rocky Linux preferred) and leverage virtualisation platforms like Hyper-V and Kubernetes to optimise infrastructure. Documentation & Compliance: Develop and maintain detailed documentation for IT systems, ensuring compliance with security policies and standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with architects and engineers to resolve hardware, connectivity, and infrastructure issues. Requirements Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Azure, Azure Stack Hub, and hybrid cloud environments. Hardware Knowledge: Familiarity with Dell hardware and its configuration for enterprise systems. System Administration: Expertise in Windows Server 2019+, Active Directory, and Group Policy management. Networking Skills: Proven experience with on-premise networking, including server, switch, and cabling management. Linux Proficiency: Knowledge of Linux systems, with experience in Rocky Linux being a plus. Virtualisation & Containerisation: Competence with platforms like Hyper-V and Kubernetes to support infrastructure scalability. Certifications: Relevant certifications (eg, Azure Administrator Associate, Network+) are highly desirable. Clearance: Eligibility and the willingness for DV is essential 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 this will be discussed with you at interview. 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 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
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a German speaking SAP MM Application Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with good home office allowance. Your Role: Optimize procedures & processes in procurement & materials management environments. Define & develop future, cross-site requirements in SAP MM environments as well as interfaces to adjacent modules such as WM, SD or RCD. Provide global support to specialist departments & key users in application issues. Hold responsibility for system settings & outputs, taking into account strategic specifications (customizing, reports, programming, release change, testing, creation of system documentation, etc.). Test & validate new processes whilst taking regulatory requirements into account. Support problem, change & incident management. Coordinate & supervise external employees (consultants, programmers) in the application area. Carry out sub-project management &/or collaborate in projects within an international environment. Your Skills: At least 3 years of relevant professional SAP experience along with strong experience in SAP MM (including experience in customization). Skilled & experienced in SAP Application Support, preferably experienced also in SAP Application Engineering. Ideally experienced adjacent SAP Modules (eg WM, SD, FI). Any experience in S/4 HANA Environments is considered advantageous. Your Profile: Completed University Degree with specialization in Computer Science, Business Administration or similar. Communicative & confident personality & highly service-oriented. Fluent in English (spoken & written) & a very good command of German (to at least B2 level) are mandatory requirements.
27/06/2025
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a German speaking SAP MM Application Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with good home office allowance. Your Role: Optimize procedures & processes in procurement & materials management environments. Define & develop future, cross-site requirements in SAP MM environments as well as interfaces to adjacent modules such as WM, SD or RCD. Provide global support to specialist departments & key users in application issues. Hold responsibility for system settings & outputs, taking into account strategic specifications (customizing, reports, programming, release change, testing, creation of system documentation, etc.). Test & validate new processes whilst taking regulatory requirements into account. Support problem, change & incident management. Coordinate & supervise external employees (consultants, programmers) in the application area. Carry out sub-project management &/or collaborate in projects within an international environment. Your Skills: At least 3 years of relevant professional SAP experience along with strong experience in SAP MM (including experience in customization). Skilled & experienced in SAP Application Support, preferably experienced also in SAP Application Engineering. Ideally experienced adjacent SAP Modules (eg WM, SD, FI). Any experience in S/4 HANA Environments is considered advantageous. Your Profile: Completed University Degree with specialization in Computer Science, Business Administration or similar. Communicative & confident personality & highly service-oriented. Fluent in English (spoken & written) & a very good command of German (to at least B2 level) are mandatory requirements.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a German Speaking IAM Cloud Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Bern Canton with good home office allowance. Your Role: Administrate & further develop a hybrid Microsoft Entra ID & ADDS (Active Directory Domain Services) environment. Manage user accounts, groups, roles & policies in both systems whilst considering interfaces to peripheral systems. Automate identity processes. Setup, optimize & manage MFA, Conditional Access, Defender for Identity & Identity Protection. Integrate third-party applications via single sign-on & federation. Analyze & remediate of security-related identity & IAM incidents. Create & maintain technical documentation, training materials & operating manuals. Closely cooperate with colleague from security & infrastructure. Your Skills: At least 3 years of professional experience Administrating Hybrid Entra ID (Azure AD) & Active Directory environments. A sound knowledge in the field of Identity and Access Management (IAM) Ideally experienced in technically leading experienced colleagues. Your Profile: Completed Higher Education/University Degree in Computer Science, ideally with focus on Systems Engineering or IT Security (or similar). Ideally Microsoft Certified, for example as an Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect. Fluent in English & good German language skills (to B2 level or higher).
26/06/2025
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a German Speaking IAM Cloud Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Bern Canton with good home office allowance. Your Role: Administrate & further develop a hybrid Microsoft Entra ID & ADDS (Active Directory Domain Services) environment. Manage user accounts, groups, roles & policies in both systems whilst considering interfaces to peripheral systems. Automate identity processes. Setup, optimize & manage MFA, Conditional Access, Defender for Identity & Identity Protection. Integrate third-party applications via single sign-on & federation. Analyze & remediate of security-related identity & IAM incidents. Create & maintain technical documentation, training materials & operating manuals. Closely cooperate with colleague from security & infrastructure. Your Skills: At least 3 years of professional experience Administrating Hybrid Entra ID (Azure AD) & Active Directory environments. A sound knowledge in the field of Identity and Access Management (IAM) Ideally experienced in technically leading experienced colleagues. Your Profile: Completed Higher Education/University Degree in Computer Science, ideally with focus on Systems Engineering or IT Security (or similar). Ideally Microsoft Certified, for example as an Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect. Fluent in English & good German language skills (to B2 level or higher).
Solutions Engineer (Junior-Mid Level, Full Stack .NET Developer) - Ipswich | Hybrid Working (3 days/week in-office) - Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits An excellent opportunity to join a retail insurance business backed by a globally recognised brand , currently driving ambitious digital transformation across their platforms and services. This role is perfect for a junior to mid-level Solutions Engineer looking to deepen their full-stack expertise in a supportive, high-performing team. What You'll Be Doing: Develop secure, scalable software using .NET Core and React Collaborate with delivery squads and stakeholders to deliver impactful features Contribute to clean, maintainable code and secure development standards Gain hands-on exposure to cloud, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation Play an active role in team-based agile delivery and continuous improvement What They're Looking For: Commercial experience with both C# .NET Core and React JS Familiarity with containerisation and cloud tech (eg, Docker, Azure, AWS) Experience with CI/CD tools like Octopus, GitLab, or TeamCity A solid grasp of clean code practices and Agile methodologies A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn and grow in your role What's on Offer: Salary up to £50,000 + performance-based bonus Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution Life assurance (up to 10x salary) and private medical cover 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave Wellbeing support, staff discounts, and access to learning resources Hybrid working with 3 days/week in the Ipswich office This is your chance to build high-impact digital products within a household-name brand, alongside people who care about innovation, growth, and doing things right.
25/06/2025
Full time
Solutions Engineer (Junior-Mid Level, Full Stack .NET Developer) - Ipswich | Hybrid Working (3 days/week in-office) - Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits An excellent opportunity to join a retail insurance business backed by a globally recognised brand , currently driving ambitious digital transformation across their platforms and services. This role is perfect for a junior to mid-level Solutions Engineer looking to deepen their full-stack expertise in a supportive, high-performing team. What You'll Be Doing: Develop secure, scalable software using .NET Core and React Collaborate with delivery squads and stakeholders to deliver impactful features Contribute to clean, maintainable code and secure development standards Gain hands-on exposure to cloud, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation Play an active role in team-based agile delivery and continuous improvement What They're Looking For: Commercial experience with both C# .NET Core and React JS Familiarity with containerisation and cloud tech (eg, Docker, Azure, AWS) Experience with CI/CD tools like Octopus, GitLab, or TeamCity A solid grasp of clean code practices and Agile methodologies A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn and grow in your role What's on Offer: Salary up to £50,000 + performance-based bonus Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution Life assurance (up to 10x salary) and private medical cover 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave Wellbeing support, staff discounts, and access to learning resources Hybrid working with 3 days/week in the Ipswich office This is your chance to build high-impact digital products within a household-name brand, alongside people who care about innovation, growth, and doing things right.
Embedded Software Manager, Cardiff, Up to £70,000 p/a doe Are you ready to take the lead on cutting-edge Embedded software projects that make a real impact? An innovative and fast-growing engineering team based in Cardiff is on the lookout for a passionate Embedded Software Manager to shape the future of intelligent, safety-critical products. You'll head up a team developing Embedded systems used in high-reliability environments-where precision, compliance, and performance are non-negotiable. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in regulated industries and loves bringing structure to complexity, this is your chance to make your mark. What You'll Be Doing Lead from the front - Manage, mentor, and grow a talented Embedded software team. Own the codebase - Drive full life cycle development of Embedded software (C/C++, RTOS, bare-metal systems). Set the standards - Ensure compliance with industry regulations (IEC 62304, ISO 13485, etc.). Collaborate globally - Work alongside electronics, systems, quality, and R&D teams to deliver world-class products. Innovate and evolve - Promote best practices, continuous improvement, and cutting-edge development tools. What We're Looking For Proven experience leading Embedded software teams in regulated, safety-critical environments. Strong background in Embedded systems design and development (C/C++, RTOS, integration with hardware). Exposure to sectors such as medical devices, automotive, transport, healthcare, or professional services. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. A passion for building tech that improves lives. Degree in Software, Electronics, or a related field. Full right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship is required due to the regulated nature of the role. This is more than just another management role. It's your opportunity to drive innovation, lead a high-impact team, and work on technology that truly makes a difference. Interested? Let's talk. Thomas Garrett Senior Recruitment Consultant (see below) All enquiries will be handled with absolute confidentiality. By applying to this advert you are giving CPS Group (UK) Ltd authority to hold and process your data for this specific role and any other roles we may deem suitable to you over time. We will not pass your data to any third party without your verbal or written permission to do so. All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training and compliance purposes. CPS Group (UK) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Our new privacy policy can be found on our website
24/06/2025
Full time
Embedded Software Manager, Cardiff, Up to £70,000 p/a doe Are you ready to take the lead on cutting-edge Embedded software projects that make a real impact? An innovative and fast-growing engineering team based in Cardiff is on the lookout for a passionate Embedded Software Manager to shape the future of intelligent, safety-critical products. You'll head up a team developing Embedded systems used in high-reliability environments-where precision, compliance, and performance are non-negotiable. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in regulated industries and loves bringing structure to complexity, this is your chance to make your mark. What You'll Be Doing Lead from the front - Manage, mentor, and grow a talented Embedded software team. Own the codebase - Drive full life cycle development of Embedded software (C/C++, RTOS, bare-metal systems). Set the standards - Ensure compliance with industry regulations (IEC 62304, ISO 13485, etc.). Collaborate globally - Work alongside electronics, systems, quality, and R&D teams to deliver world-class products. Innovate and evolve - Promote best practices, continuous improvement, and cutting-edge development tools. What We're Looking For Proven experience leading Embedded software teams in regulated, safety-critical environments. Strong background in Embedded systems design and development (C/C++, RTOS, integration with hardware). Exposure to sectors such as medical devices, automotive, transport, healthcare, or professional services. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. A passion for building tech that improves lives. Degree in Software, Electronics, or a related field. Full right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship is required due to the regulated nature of the role. This is more than just another management role. It's your opportunity to drive innovation, lead a high-impact team, and work on technology that truly makes a difference. Interested? Let's talk. Thomas Garrett Senior Recruitment Consultant (see below) All enquiries will be handled with absolute confidentiality. By applying to this advert you are giving CPS Group (UK) Ltd authority to hold and process your data for this specific role and any other roles we may deem suitable to you over time. We will not pass your data to any third party without your verbal or written permission to do so. All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training and compliance purposes. CPS Group (UK) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Our new privacy policy can be found on our website
