Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Location: Offices are in Birmingham. This role is home based/remote with travel to depot sites as required - candidates UK wide can be considered £42,000 - £50,000 Plus Benefits and Training/Certifications Our leading services client has recently moved to the Cloud, and now requires an Infrastructure Engineer to work in a small team to help on their journey with Cloud - maintaining existing systems, cost management and optimisation, enhancements, VM's, DB's and storage. Our client is willing to offer training and formal certs. A Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with a well-rounded skill set is needed to manage and support a hybrid IT environment. This role is ideal for someone with solid hands-on experience in both on-premises and Cloud technologies who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will contribute to maintaining and enhancing the IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance. This role is remote, with travel to depot sites as required. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure Management. Microsoft Cloud Services Support. On-Premises Infrastructure Operations. Incident and Problem Management. Disaster Recovery and Resilience. Experience required: Proficient in managing hybrid IT environments, including Windows Server and Azure, optimizing operations and ensuring reliability. Certification Requirement: Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or equivalent knowledge in cloud administration. Strong knowledge of networking protocols, Firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, and familiarity with SD-WAN concepts. Familiarity with Azure Identity and Governance services, including Entra, Azure Policy, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Microsoft Purview. Proven experience using automation tools like PowerShell to streamline and optimize IT operations. Expertise in configuring and managing endpoints via Intune, focusing on security and compliance. Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite for proactive threat management and security operations. Understanding of load balancing protocols (eg, HTTPS, TCP) and Zero Trust architecture principles. Desirable Skills and Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104). Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500). CompTIA Security+ certification. Familiarity with AWS services, including EC2 and Route 53. Experience with Azure Active Directory, including hybrid identity integration. Knowledge of Azure Backup and other disaster recovery solutions. Experience with Zero Trust security models and their implementation. What our client can offer: Competitive salary of £42K-£50K per annum Opportunities for professional development, including training and certifications Hybrid working environment with a mix of on-site and remote work A collaborative and supportive team culture If you would like to be considered and have experience in the above areas - please submit your application ASAP to Jackie Dean at Jumar. Jumar takes great pride in representing socially responsible clients who not only prioritise diversity and inclusion but also actively combat social inequality. Together, we have the power to make a profound impact on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society. By working with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Mar 18, 2025
Full time
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Location: Offices are in Birmingham. This role is home based/remote with travel to depot sites as required - candidates UK wide can be considered £42,000 - £50,000 Plus Benefits and Training/Certifications Our leading services client has recently moved to the Cloud, and now requires an Infrastructure Engineer to work in a small team to help on their journey with Cloud - maintaining existing systems, cost management and optimisation, enhancements, VM's, DB's and storage. Our client is willing to offer training and formal certs. A Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with a well-rounded skill set is needed to manage and support a hybrid IT environment. This role is ideal for someone with solid hands-on experience in both on-premises and Cloud technologies who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will contribute to maintaining and enhancing the IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance. This role is remote, with travel to depot sites as required. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure Management. Microsoft Cloud Services Support. On-Premises Infrastructure Operations. Incident and Problem Management. Disaster Recovery and Resilience. Experience required: Proficient in managing hybrid IT environments, including Windows Server and Azure, optimizing operations and ensuring reliability. Certification Requirement: Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or equivalent knowledge in cloud administration. Strong knowledge of networking protocols, Firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, and familiarity with SD-WAN concepts. Familiarity with Azure Identity and Governance services, including Entra, Azure Policy, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Microsoft Purview. Proven experience using automation tools like PowerShell to streamline and optimize IT operations. Expertise in configuring and managing endpoints via Intune, focusing on security and compliance. Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite for proactive threat management and security operations. Understanding of load balancing protocols (eg, HTTPS, TCP) and Zero Trust architecture principles. Desirable Skills and Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104). Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500). CompTIA Security+ certification. Familiarity with AWS services, including EC2 and Route 53. Experience with Azure Active Directory, including hybrid identity integration. Knowledge of Azure Backup and other disaster recovery solutions. Experience with Zero Trust security models and their implementation. What our client can offer: Competitive salary of £42K-£50K per annum Opportunities for professional development, including training and certifications Hybrid working environment with a mix of on-site and remote work A collaborative and supportive team culture If you would like to be considered and have experience in the above areas - please submit your application ASAP to Jackie Dean at Jumar. Jumar takes great pride in representing socially responsible clients who not only prioritise diversity and inclusion but also actively combat social inequality. Together, we have the power to make a profound impact on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society. By working with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Basingstoke, Hampshire
3rd Line Exchange Support Engineer Duration: 6 months, potential for further work. Location: onsite in Basingstoke and 2-3 days also expected in London per week, IR35 Status: Inside IR35 DV Required Your role We are looking for a 3rd Line Exchange Support Engineer to work with our 3rd Line team and Engineering teams. Your role will involve assisting high profile user community via incident logging application. Your experience - Good understanding of Exchange 2013 or latest versions. - Good Understanding of Communication LCS/OCS/LYNC - Good understanding of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2003/2007/2010 and SharePoint Designer - Knowledge must include architectural design, web parts, management and troubleshooting with a focus on planning, deploying, and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations. - In depth experience with Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence. - SharePoint experience must include SharePoint Designer workflows, effective use of the data view web part, content query web part, data form web part, navigation customization, and some branding customization. - Good understanding of Active Directory (about Forest/Domain Architecture, Replication, Disasters recovery). - Good understanding of ISA - Good understanding of Exchange Components: - (Exchange Database, Outlook Web Access, Offline Address List, Mail Flow, Public Folders, Free/Busy) - Good Understanding of Exchange Architecture Services that run on Exchange 2007/2010 Server Roles Edge, Hub, CAS & Mailbox. - Good understanding of Backup Applications and the various methods about backing and restoring Exchange Database and configurations. - Good understanding on Exchange Gateway product like Bright mail, IMSS etc. - Good understanding about MS Cluster on Exchange 2003 - Good understanding about and Hands on experience regarding High Availability Features (CCR, SCC, SCR & LCR). - Good knowledge on Collaborating Applications (Black Berry, OCS, UM etc.,) - Extensively worked on Windows core infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS/DDNS/WINS and DHCP services - Working knowledge of RAS/VPN, Web Servers, Clusters, and backup/restore - Good knowledge of Server Hardware/RAID, SAN, Backup Applications. - Good understanding about upgrading, transitioning, and migrating Exchange to the latest version. - Good understanding Exchange Tools that will help in Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and fine tuning of Exchange - Exchange Best Practice Analyzer Report - Exchange Performance Troubleshooter Analyzer - MPS Report - Demonstrated experience in ITIL best practices methodologies Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Mar 18, 2025
Contractor
3rd Line Exchange Support Engineer Duration: 6 months, potential for further work. Location: onsite in Basingstoke and 2-3 days also expected in London per week, IR35 Status: Inside IR35 DV Required Your role We are looking for a 3rd Line Exchange Support Engineer to work with our 3rd Line team and Engineering teams. Your role will involve assisting high profile user community via incident logging application. Your experience - Good understanding of Exchange 2013 or latest versions. - Good Understanding of Communication LCS/OCS/LYNC - Good understanding of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2003/2007/2010 and SharePoint Designer - Knowledge must include architectural design, web parts, management and troubleshooting with a focus on planning, deploying, and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations. - In depth experience with Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence. - SharePoint experience must include SharePoint Designer workflows, effective use of the data view web part, content query web part, data form web part, navigation customization, and some branding customization. - Good understanding of Active Directory (about Forest/Domain Architecture, Replication, Disasters recovery). - Good understanding of ISA - Good understanding of Exchange Components: - (Exchange Database, Outlook Web Access, Offline Address List, Mail Flow, Public Folders, Free/Busy) - Good Understanding of Exchange Architecture Services that run on Exchange 2007/2010 Server Roles Edge, Hub, CAS & Mailbox. - Good understanding of Backup Applications and the various methods about backing and restoring Exchange Database and configurations. - Good understanding on Exchange Gateway product like Bright mail, IMSS etc. - Good understanding about MS Cluster on Exchange 2003 - Good understanding about and Hands on experience regarding High Availability Features (CCR, SCC, SCR & LCR). - Good knowledge on Collaborating Applications (Black Berry, OCS, UM etc.,) - Extensively worked on Windows core infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS/DDNS/WINS and DHCP services - Working knowledge of RAS/VPN, Web Servers, Clusters, and backup/restore - Good knowledge of Server Hardware/RAID, SAN, Backup Applications. - Good understanding about upgrading, transitioning, and migrating Exchange to the latest version. - Good understanding Exchange Tools that will help in Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and fine tuning of Exchange - Exchange Best Practice Analyzer Report - Exchange Performance Troubleshooter Analyzer - MPS Report - Demonstrated experience in ITIL best practices methodologies Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Job Title: Application Architect (Security Systems) Location: Warwick OR Wokingham (Hybrid, 2-3 days on-site) Contract: 6 months + Extension Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required - (MUST BE ACTIVE NOT LAPSED IS MANDATORY) THIS PROJECT IS INSIDE IR35 About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Application Architect to join a dynamic team. You will play a critical role in designing, integrating, and maintaining security systems, including video surveillance , access control , and Windows Server infrastructure . This position offers the opportunity to lead system upgrades, automate processes, and work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures. Key Responsibilities: System Integration: Oversee the integration of security systems, including Gallagher access control and Axis video surveillance . Infrastructure Management: Implement and manage Windows Active Directory , SSO solutions , and Windows Server 2016 environments. Automation & Scripting: Develop automation processes using PowerShell and SQL to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Site Commissioning: Coordinate new site rollouts, ensuring smooth onboarding with minimal disruption. Security & Compliance: Ensure systems meet ISO 27001 standards and industry best practices. Technical Leadership: Provide high-level support, acting as a subject matter expert for internal teams and external clients. Key Skills & Experience: Hands-on experience with security system providers (eg, Gallagher , Axis ). - Mandatory Strong programming knowledge in languages like Java , Python , C# , or Ruby or similar Familiarity with system architectures (eg, microservices, SOA) and design patterns. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and ITIL best practices . Certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+ (Bonus). Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to shape the security landscape of critical infrastructure, work with cutting-edge technology, and contribute to a safer, more secure future. If you have the technical expertise and are ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
Mar 13, 2025
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Job Title: Application Architect (Security Systems) Location: Warwick OR Wokingham (Hybrid, 2-3 days on-site) Contract: 6 months + Extension Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required - (MUST BE ACTIVE NOT LAPSED IS MANDATORY) THIS PROJECT IS INSIDE IR35 About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Application Architect to join a dynamic team. You will play a critical role in designing, integrating, and maintaining security systems, including video surveillance , access control , and Windows Server infrastructure . This position offers the opportunity to lead system upgrades, automate processes, and work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures. Key Responsibilities: System Integration: Oversee the integration of security systems, including Gallagher access control and Axis video surveillance . Infrastructure Management: Implement and manage Windows Active Directory , SSO solutions , and Windows Server 2016 environments. Automation & Scripting: Develop automation processes using PowerShell and SQL to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Site Commissioning: Coordinate new site rollouts, ensuring smooth onboarding with minimal disruption. Security & Compliance: Ensure systems meet ISO 27001 standards and industry best practices. Technical Leadership: Provide high-level support, acting as a subject matter expert for internal teams and external clients. Key Skills & Experience: Hands-on experience with security system providers (eg, Gallagher , Axis ). - Mandatory Strong programming knowledge in languages like Java , Python , C# , or Ruby or similar Familiarity with system architectures (eg, microservices, SOA) and design patterns. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and ITIL best practices . Certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+ (Bonus). Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to shape the security landscape of critical infrastructure, work with cutting-edge technology, and contribute to a safer, more secure future. If you have the technical expertise and are ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Title: Azure/ESRI Solution Architect Location: Hybrid based in Paddington, London or Milton Keynes Employment Type: Permanent or Contract Salary/day rate: Competitive Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Azure Solution Architect with substantial experience in designing and deploying Azure-based solutions and ESRI Enterprise systems. This role requires someone who thrives in both architectural design and practical implementation, delivering high-performance, scalable, and secure solutions for our clients. Key Responsibilities: Design, architect, and implement end-to-end Azure cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements. Lead the deployment and configuration of ESRI Enterprise (ArcGIS) solutions, including server, portal, and database integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust cloud architectures. Develop and maintain Azure resources, including virtual machines, networking, security, and storage. Optimize and troubleshoot Azure infrastructure and ESRI Enterprise environments for performance, reliability, and scalability. Create technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, deployment guides, and best practices. Ensure compliance with security and governance standards within Azure environments. Qualifications & Experience: Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying Azure solutions. Strong expertise with ESRI Enterprise (ArcGIS) system architecture, installation, configuration, and management. Solid understanding of Azure networking, Active Directory, Virtual Networks, VPNs, and security best practices. Familiarity with integrating ESRI Enterprise with cloud-based databases, storage, and web services. Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues in both Azure and ESRI environments. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) and ESRI technical certifications are desirable.
Mar 09, 2025
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Job Title: Azure/ESRI Solution Architect Location: Hybrid based in Paddington, London or Milton Keynes Employment Type: Permanent or Contract Salary/day rate: Competitive Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Azure Solution Architect with substantial experience in designing and deploying Azure-based solutions and ESRI Enterprise systems. This role requires someone who thrives in both architectural design and practical implementation, delivering high-performance, scalable, and secure solutions for our clients. Key Responsibilities: Design, architect, and implement end-to-end Azure cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements. Lead the deployment and configuration of ESRI Enterprise (ArcGIS) solutions, including server, portal, and database integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust cloud architectures. Develop and maintain Azure resources, including virtual machines, networking, security, and storage. Optimize and troubleshoot Azure infrastructure and ESRI Enterprise environments for performance, reliability, and scalability. Create technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, deployment guides, and best practices. Ensure compliance with security and governance standards within Azure environments. Qualifications & Experience: Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying Azure solutions. Strong expertise with ESRI Enterprise (ArcGIS) system architecture, installation, configuration, and management. Solid understanding of Azure networking, Active Directory, Virtual Networks, VPNs, and security best practices. Familiarity with integrating ESRI Enterprise with cloud-based databases, storage, and web services. Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues in both Azure and ESRI environments. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) and ESRI technical certifications are desirable.
Senior Systems/Infrastructure Engineer Senior Systems/Infrastructure Engineer required by a well-known growing legal organisation based in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. The Infrastructure/Systems Engineer will join a small team working on the design and implementation of technology solutions in cloud and hybrid environments. The successful person will be responsible for private, hybrid, and public cloud infrastructure ensuring high performance, stability, and availability of the companies infrastructure. The company operate on a hybrid model typically involving 50% of the time in the office. Essential experience: Background of designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure Azure services e.g. Azure Active Directory, Azure VMs, Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Kubernetes DevOps practices, version control, and configuration management Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online, Azure, SharePoint, OneDrive etc Experience with VMWare and Citrix would be desired but is not essential Any Azure certifications will also be advantageous such as Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Administrator Associate This is a great opportunity to join a well-established organisation with multiple offices. If you are looking for a role of this nature please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Senior Systems/Infrastructure Engineer Senior Systems/Infrastructure Engineer required by a well-known growing legal organisation based in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. The Infrastructure/Systems Engineer will join a small team working on the design and implementation of technology solutions in cloud and hybrid environments. The successful person will be responsible for private, hybrid, and public cloud infrastructure ensuring high performance, stability, and availability of the companies infrastructure. The company operate on a hybrid model typically involving 50% of the time in the office. Essential experience: Background of designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure Azure services e.g. Azure Active Directory, Azure VMs, Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Kubernetes DevOps practices, version control, and configuration management Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online, Azure, SharePoint, OneDrive etc Experience with VMWare and Citrix would be desired but is not essential Any Azure certifications will also be advantageous such as Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Administrator Associate This is a great opportunity to join a well-established organisation with multiple offices. If you are looking for a role of this nature please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Infrastructure Engineer (DLR Project) Location: East London (On-site, minimum 4 days per week) Contract Type: Full-time / Contract 6 months Start Date: ASAP Rate - £400 - £457/day Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to support the DLR project delivery. The ideal candidate should have extensive real-world experience in delivering new on-premises data centers and be able to lead the project effectively. Prior experience with Transport for London (TfL) or DLR projects is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of a new on-premises Data Centre. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met. Build and configure Microsoft Server infrastructure, including: Active Directory Network Policy Server FTP Server Windows Update Server Group Policy configuration for server lockdown Implementation of CIS Benchmarks Setting up logging to interface with SIEM Deploy and configure Dell Servers, including Stormagic vSAN. Build VMware Esxi and vCenter Server from scratch to create a High Availability Solution. Deliver a VEEAM backup solution. Administer and secure Red Hat Linux servers, including: Backup policy creation Lockdown to CIS benchmarks Setting up logging to interface with SIEM Set up and configure Syslog NG Server. Support the configuration of Solarwinds NMS Server, including SQL setup and tuning. Assist with the setup of SIEM logging and playbooks. Work with the network team to configure Cisco DUO. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record of delivering new on-premises data centers. Ability to lead infrastructure projects. Experience working on TfL or DLR projects (highly desirable). Strong knowledge of Microsoft Server technologies and VMware. Experience with Red Hat Linux administration and security hardening. Familiarity with logging solutions and SIEM integration. Knowledge of Solarwinds NMS Server and SQL tuning. Ability to work in East London with minimal additional costs. Preferred Qualifications & Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect / Windows Server VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) CISSP / Security+ (or equivalent security certification) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (desirable for network support)
Mar 08, 2025
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Infrastructure Engineer (DLR Project) Location: East London (On-site, minimum 4 days per week) Contract Type: Full-time / Contract 6 months Start Date: ASAP Rate - £400 - £457/day Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to support the DLR project delivery. The ideal candidate should have extensive real-world experience in delivering new on-premises data centers and be able to lead the project effectively. Prior experience with Transport for London (TfL) or DLR projects is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of a new on-premises Data Centre. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met. Build and configure Microsoft Server infrastructure, including: Active Directory Network Policy Server FTP Server Windows Update Server Group Policy configuration for server lockdown Implementation of CIS Benchmarks Setting up logging to interface with SIEM Deploy and configure Dell Servers, including Stormagic vSAN. Build VMware Esxi and vCenter Server from scratch to create a High Availability Solution. Deliver a VEEAM backup solution. Administer and secure Red Hat Linux servers, including: Backup policy creation Lockdown to CIS benchmarks Setting up logging to interface with SIEM Set up and configure Syslog NG Server. Support the configuration of Solarwinds NMS Server, including SQL setup and tuning. Assist with the setup of SIEM logging and playbooks. Work with the network team to configure Cisco DUO. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record of delivering new on-premises data centers. Ability to lead infrastructure projects. Experience working on TfL or DLR projects (highly desirable). Strong knowledge of Microsoft Server technologies and VMware. Experience with Red Hat Linux administration and security hardening. Familiarity with logging solutions and SIEM integration. Knowledge of Solarwinds NMS Server and SQL tuning. Ability to work in East London with minimal additional costs. Preferred Qualifications & Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect / Windows Server VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) CISSP / Security+ (or equivalent security certification) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (desirable for network support)
C# Lead Software Engineer Manchester Our client, a rapidly growing technology company based in Manchester City Centre, is looking for a C# Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of technical direction, mentor a talented engineering team, and contribute to cutting-edge solutions in a fast-paced environment. About the Role Reporting directly to the CTO and Directors, you will lead two engineering squads, ensuring technical excellence while collaborating with senior management and key stakeholders. This role offers a 30/70 split between hands-on coding and broader leadership responsibilities, including architecture, compliance, and security oversight. What to Expect from the Role: Technical Leadership Provide hands-on expertise while guiding development teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. Team Growth & Mentorship Foster an inclusive and high-performing engineering culture, helping developers grow and thrive. Strategic Influence Work closely with senior leadership to align engineering efforts with business objectives. Collaboration & Innovation Encourage knowledge-sharing, best practices, and continuous learning across teams. Skills & Experience: Strong technical leadership with hands-on software engineering expertise. Proven experience managing multiple development streams in a fast-paced, agile environment. A background in C# and Microsoft technologies, with a strong understanding of scalable software architecture. Ability to influence and develop teams, creating a collaborative and innovative engineering culture. Passion for building and enabling autonomous cross-functional teams. The Ideal Candidate: A proactive problem-solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges. A strong communicator and mentor, capable of inspiring teams and driving technical excellence. Detail-oriented and strategic in approach, balancing hands-on development with leadership responsibilities. Passionate about engineering culture, continuous improvement, and best practices. Benefits: Competitive Salary (dependent on experience) Medical Insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays (including your birthday off!) Company outings and events to foster team engagement A modern office environment with breakout spaces, including a pool table and PlayStation How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a talented engineering team, apply now! C# Lead Software Engineer Manchester
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
C# Lead Software Engineer Manchester Our client, a rapidly growing technology company based in Manchester City Centre, is looking for a C# Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of technical direction, mentor a talented engineering team, and contribute to cutting-edge solutions in a fast-paced environment. About the Role Reporting directly to the CTO and Directors, you will lead two engineering squads, ensuring technical excellence while collaborating with senior management and key stakeholders. This role offers a 30/70 split between hands-on coding and broader leadership responsibilities, including architecture, compliance, and security oversight. What to Expect from the Role: Technical Leadership Provide hands-on expertise while guiding development teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. Team Growth & Mentorship Foster an inclusive and high-performing engineering culture, helping developers grow and thrive. Strategic Influence Work closely with senior leadership to align engineering efforts with business objectives. Collaboration & Innovation Encourage knowledge-sharing, best practices, and continuous learning across teams. Skills & Experience: Strong technical leadership with hands-on software engineering expertise. Proven experience managing multiple development streams in a fast-paced, agile environment. A background in C# and Microsoft technologies, with a strong understanding of scalable software architecture. Ability to influence and develop teams, creating a collaborative and innovative engineering culture. Passion for building and enabling autonomous cross-functional teams. The Ideal Candidate: A proactive problem-solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges. A strong communicator and mentor, capable of inspiring teams and driving technical excellence. Detail-oriented and strategic in approach, balancing hands-on development with leadership responsibilities. Passionate about engineering culture, continuous improvement, and best practices. Benefits: Competitive Salary (dependent on experience) Medical Insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays (including your birthday off!) Company outings and events to foster team engagement A modern office environment with breakout spaces, including a pool table and PlayStation How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a talented engineering team, apply now! C# Lead Software Engineer Manchester
Infrastructure Manager About the Role We're working with an established software company that develops, supplies and configures Electronic Document Management and Workflow solutions. With nearly 30 years of operation in Milton Keynes UK, approximately 40 staff and 400 customers mostly in the UK and USA, they're seeking a dedicated Technical Manager to take ownership of the Company IT infrastructure. This is a hybrid position requiring someone local who can be onsite when needed. What You'll Do As the Technical Manager reporting to the Technical Director, you will: Manage, improve, and protect the company's IT infrastructure, both on-premise and cloud-based systems Support the Professional Services team with best practice advice and design recommendations for Azure hosted customer platforms Work closely with the Standards and Compliance manager to ensure ISO27001 compliance Provide hands-on practical involvement in a role that includes line management of 1 engineer Contribute to the continual improvement of information security matters What They're Looking For Essential skills: 5+ years' experience in a senior IT role People management, development, and performance skills Creation and delivery of customer focused presentations and communications Experience working with an IT Managed Service (outsourced) environment High-level knowledge of business infrastructure management (OS updates, Patch Management, Virtualisation, Threat management, System Monitoring) Experience with ITIL service and support processes Strong analytical and diagnostic skills for problem resolution and root cause analysis Broad understanding of technology and technical concepts Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Azure products and services including AD/Entra, 365 Good reporting and documentation skills Desirable skills: ITIL Foundation certification Technical certification in one or more of the following: Microsoft Azure Architecture CISCO CCNA or Similar Certified Info Systems Sec Professional (CISSP) Microsoft Configuration Manager Cloud based VOIP systems, especially Gamma Horizon Datto backup / DR SQL Server with some TSQL knowledge Experience achieving CyberEssentials Experience with ISO27001 compliance Benefits include Flexible hybrid working, 5% Employer Pension contribution, 4x Death in service cover, Income Protection cover, private Health care including Dental and Optical, Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, 1 day annual paid volunteering work
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Infrastructure Manager About the Role We're working with an established software company that develops, supplies and configures Electronic Document Management and Workflow solutions. With nearly 30 years of operation in Milton Keynes UK, approximately 40 staff and 400 customers mostly in the UK and USA, they're seeking a dedicated Technical Manager to take ownership of the Company IT infrastructure. This is a hybrid position requiring someone local who can be onsite when needed. What You'll Do As the Technical Manager reporting to the Technical Director, you will: Manage, improve, and protect the company's IT infrastructure, both on-premise and cloud-based systems Support the Professional Services team with best practice advice and design recommendations for Azure hosted customer platforms Work closely with the Standards and Compliance manager to ensure ISO27001 compliance Provide hands-on practical involvement in a role that includes line management of 1 engineer Contribute to the continual improvement of information security matters What They're Looking For Essential skills: 5+ years' experience in a senior IT role People management, development, and performance skills Creation and delivery of customer focused presentations and communications Experience working with an IT Managed Service (outsourced) environment High-level knowledge of business infrastructure management (OS updates, Patch Management, Virtualisation, Threat management, System Monitoring) Experience with ITIL service and support processes Strong analytical and diagnostic skills for problem resolution and root cause analysis Broad understanding of technology and technical concepts Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Azure products and services including AD/Entra, 365 Good reporting and documentation skills Desirable skills: ITIL Foundation certification Technical certification in one or more of the following: Microsoft Azure Architecture CISCO CCNA or Similar Certified Info Systems Sec Professional (CISSP) Microsoft Configuration Manager Cloud based VOIP systems, especially Gamma Horizon Datto backup / DR SQL Server with some TSQL knowledge Experience achieving CyberEssentials Experience with ISO27001 compliance Benefits include Flexible hybrid working, 5% Employer Pension contribution, 4x Death in service cover, Income Protection cover, private Health care including Dental and Optical, Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, 1 day annual paid volunteering work
Job Title: Security Architect Location: 100% Remote Rate: 550 per day - Umbrella Only Clearance: Candidates are required to hold Active SC Clearance. Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. We are seeking a highly skilled Security Architect with extensive experience in Single Sign-On (SSO) to join our dynamic team. Must have Great experiance with Active Directory The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security architectures that integrate seamlessly with SSO solutions, ensuring users can securely access a variety of applications. This role requires a deep understanding of security protocols, network infrastructure, and authentication mechanisms. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering scalable and secure security designs, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. If you are passionate about creating innovative security solutions and enhancing user access through SSO, we would love to hear from you. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
Mar 08, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Security Architect Location: 100% Remote Rate: 550 per day - Umbrella Only Clearance: Candidates are required to hold Active SC Clearance. Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. We are seeking a highly skilled Security Architect with extensive experience in Single Sign-On (SSO) to join our dynamic team. Must have Great experiance with Active Directory The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security architectures that integrate seamlessly with SSO solutions, ensuring users can securely access a variety of applications. This role requires a deep understanding of security protocols, network infrastructure, and authentication mechanisms. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering scalable and secure security designs, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. If you are passionate about creating innovative security solutions and enhancing user access through SSO, we would love to hear from you. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
Network Engineer Omagh RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Director Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our dynamic security team. The successful Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. The role requires expertise in network protocols, security configurations, cloud networking, and automation. Network Engineer - Key Responsibilities: Network Design & Implementation: Design and deploy LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions. Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, etc.). Optimize network architecture for high availability, redundancy, and scalability. Network Operations & Troubleshooting: Monitor and maintain network performance using NMS tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios). Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, outages, and security incidents. Conduct capacity planning and recommend hardware/software upgrades. Security & Compliance: Implement and manage network security policies, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS). Perform vulnerability assessments and network penetration testing. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, and other industry standards. Cloud & Virtualization Networking: Manage cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) including VPCs, peering, and hybrid connectivity. Implement SD-WAN and cloud-based firewall solutions. Work with DevOps and automation teams to integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions. Collaboration & Documentation: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Security, and System Administrators. Document network designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures. Provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers and IT staff. Key Skills & Qualifications: Essential: IT, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering or administration. Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, MPLS. Experience with Cisco, c, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent network hardware. Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SNMP, etc.). Knowledge of firewall rules, VPNs, and security best practices. Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Desirable: Industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, AWS Certified Advanced Networking). Experience with SD-WAN, Zero Trust Networking, IPv6. Knowledge of VoIP, QoS, SIP, and network telephony solutions. Experience working in high-availability or enterprise environments. Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting). If you are passionate about networking and want to work in a cutting-edge IT environment, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter. Please note that this job description is subject to ongoing review as new demands and best working practices are considered, agreed and implemented. Network Engineer - Benefits & Perks: Training Internal training on products and services will be provided. However, staff are also expected to be consistently keeping abreast of new developments, which would impact on his/her areas of responsibility. Bonus Schemes: Company Rewards scheme that staff can use to purchase prizes. There is an end of year staff bonus. There is a further staff bonus if the company achieves its annual target figures. Everyone gets their Birthday off as a paid day. Travel: Mileage is claimed at 33p per mile for site visits. Hours of Work: Your normal working hours will be Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:00pm. Death in Service: Death in service cover will be x annual salary. Health Insurance: Health plan is available to all employees. Work From Home: LoughTec provides a hybrid working environment with WFH available, when required. Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme: LoughTec has an Electric Car Scheme available. Loughtec Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Network Engineer Omagh RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Director Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our dynamic security team. The successful Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. The role requires expertise in network protocols, security configurations, cloud networking, and automation. Network Engineer - Key Responsibilities: Network Design & Implementation: Design and deploy LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions. Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, etc.). Optimize network architecture for high availability, redundancy, and scalability. Network Operations & Troubleshooting: Monitor and maintain network performance using NMS tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios). Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, outages, and security incidents. Conduct capacity planning and recommend hardware/software upgrades. Security & Compliance: Implement and manage network security policies, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS). Perform vulnerability assessments and network penetration testing. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, and other industry standards. Cloud & Virtualization Networking: Manage cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) including VPCs, peering, and hybrid connectivity. Implement SD-WAN and cloud-based firewall solutions. Work with DevOps and automation teams to integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions. Collaboration & Documentation: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Security, and System Administrators. Document network designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures. Provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers and IT staff. Key Skills & Qualifications: Essential: IT, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering or administration. Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, MPLS. Experience with Cisco, c, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent network hardware. Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SNMP, etc.). Knowledge of firewall rules, VPNs, and security best practices. Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Desirable: Industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, AWS Certified Advanced Networking). Experience with SD-WAN, Zero Trust Networking, IPv6. Knowledge of VoIP, QoS, SIP, and network telephony solutions. Experience working in high-availability or enterprise environments. Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting). If you are passionate about networking and want to work in a cutting-edge IT environment, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter. Please note that this job description is subject to ongoing review as new demands and best working practices are considered, agreed and implemented. Network Engineer - Benefits & Perks: Training Internal training on products and services will be provided. However, staff are also expected to be consistently keeping abreast of new developments, which would impact on his/her areas of responsibility. Bonus Schemes: Company Rewards scheme that staff can use to purchase prizes. There is an end of year staff bonus. There is a further staff bonus if the company achieves its annual target figures. Everyone gets their Birthday off as a paid day. Travel: Mileage is claimed at 33p per mile for site visits. Hours of Work: Your normal working hours will be Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5:00pm. Death in Service: Death in service cover will be x annual salary. Health Insurance: Health plan is available to all employees. Work From Home: LoughTec provides a hybrid working environment with WFH available, when required. Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme: LoughTec has an Electric Car Scheme available. Loughtec Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Fairlands, Surrey
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Windows / End User Computer Engineer Guildford, Surrey (Hybrid) 55,000 - 60,000 + bonus Are you ready to join our Enterprise IT business and work on cutting-edge application support and projects? We are seeking a skilled End User Computer Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will manage and monitor Linux desktop services and their supporting infrastructure components, ensuring they meet our defined Service Level Agreements within an ITIL Framework. What you'll be doing: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Oversee the end-to-end process for building and maintaining Linux desktop images (Almalinux, RHEL). Create and develop best practices and procedures for Linux environments Provide support for Infrastructure, including networks, Linux, and Windows systems and applications Maximize desktop performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, and scheduling upgrades Undertake fault investigations in local and remote environments using multiple information sources Secure Linux systems by establishing and enforcing policies, defining, and monitoring access; support and administer firewall and switched network environments in line with IT security policies Collaborate with the team to develop solutions approved by Architecture and deployed into through-life support Research problems and issues, gather information from various sources, and review defects on platforms or assemblies to fully understand and resolve problems Your skills and experiences: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Essential: Proficient in VMware (vCenter/ESXi, Horizon, Nexus) Expertise in Linux operating systems, particularly Almalinux and RHEL Strong understanding of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Packer, AWX/Tower) Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, etc. Experience in security hardening (CIS benchmarks) Desirable: Familiarity with Aria Operations (vROPs), LibreNMS Experience with HashiCorp tools (Packer, Terraform) and scripting languages (Python) Working knowledge of Bamboo/Bitbucket Experience with Confluence/Jira Familiarity with ServiceNow Basic knowledge of Windows systems wTrellix/SEP), Tanium, and Backup/BCP/DR strategies
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Windows / End User Computer Engineer Guildford, Surrey (Hybrid) 55,000 - 60,000 + bonus Are you ready to join our Enterprise IT business and work on cutting-edge application support and projects? We are seeking a skilled End User Computer Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will manage and monitor Linux desktop services and their supporting infrastructure components, ensuring they meet our defined Service Level Agreements within an ITIL Framework. What you'll be doing: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Oversee the end-to-end process for building and maintaining Linux desktop images (Almalinux, RHEL). Create and develop best practices and procedures for Linux environments Provide support for Infrastructure, including networks, Linux, and Windows systems and applications Maximize desktop performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, and scheduling upgrades Undertake fault investigations in local and remote environments using multiple information sources Secure Linux systems by establishing and enforcing policies, defining, and monitoring access; support and administer firewall and switched network environments in line with IT security policies Collaborate with the team to develop solutions approved by Architecture and deployed into through-life support Research problems and issues, gather information from various sources, and review defects on platforms or assemblies to fully understand and resolve problems Your skills and experiences: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Essential: Proficient in VMware (vCenter/ESXi, Horizon, Nexus) Expertise in Linux operating systems, particularly Almalinux and RHEL Strong understanding of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Packer, AWX/Tower) Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, etc. Experience in security hardening (CIS benchmarks) Desirable: Familiarity with Aria Operations (vROPs), LibreNMS Experience with HashiCorp tools (Packer, Terraform) and scripting languages (Python) Working knowledge of Bamboo/Bitbucket Experience with Confluence/Jira Familiarity with ServiceNow Basic knowledge of Windows systems wTrellix/SEP), Tanium, and Backup/BCP/DR strategies
Solutions Engineer/DR Architect Leeds Hybrid/Remote My client has an exciting Solutions Engineer opportunity with a leading managed services provider specialising in data protection and cyber resiliency solutions . They work globally with cutting-edge technologies to deliver disaster recovery and cybersecurity services across various industries, including legal, healthcare, consumer products, and education . About the Role: This position is perfect for someone with a strong technical background in IT systems, disaster recovery, and enterprise backup solutions. As a Solutions Engineer , you would: ? Design and lead disaster recovery implementations, tests, and activations for customers. ? Troubleshoot and maintain recovery processes , customer runbooks, and infrastructure. ? Provide technical support for disaster recovery-related issues. ? Work with networking technologies , including pfSense Firewalls, IP configurations, and connectivity troubleshooting . ? Utilise virtualisation platforms such as VMware, Nutanix, and Hyper-V . ? Engage with customers to ensure smooth disaster recovery planning and execution. ? Document processes and workflows using tools like JIRA and Zendesk . What They're Looking For: To succeed in this role, you should have: 10+ years of experience working with IT systems. Hands-on experience with virtualisation, networking, and enterprise backup/recovery solutions such as Rubrik, NetBackup, Commvault or Veeam . Proficiency in Windows & Linux operating systems, Active Directory, and SQL Server . Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Work Environment & Benefits: Some requirement to work US hours (12 - 8pm) 30% of the time Paid training , Minimal travel required (less than 10%). Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading experts. If you're interested, apply below to be considered today!
Mar 07, 2025
Full time
Solutions Engineer/DR Architect Leeds Hybrid/Remote My client has an exciting Solutions Engineer opportunity with a leading managed services provider specialising in data protection and cyber resiliency solutions . They work globally with cutting-edge technologies to deliver disaster recovery and cybersecurity services across various industries, including legal, healthcare, consumer products, and education . About the Role: This position is perfect for someone with a strong technical background in IT systems, disaster recovery, and enterprise backup solutions. As a Solutions Engineer , you would: ? Design and lead disaster recovery implementations, tests, and activations for customers. ? Troubleshoot and maintain recovery processes , customer runbooks, and infrastructure. ? Provide technical support for disaster recovery-related issues. ? Work with networking technologies , including pfSense Firewalls, IP configurations, and connectivity troubleshooting . ? Utilise virtualisation platforms such as VMware, Nutanix, and Hyper-V . ? Engage with customers to ensure smooth disaster recovery planning and execution. ? Document processes and workflows using tools like JIRA and Zendesk . What They're Looking For: To succeed in this role, you should have: 10+ years of experience working with IT systems. Hands-on experience with virtualisation, networking, and enterprise backup/recovery solutions such as Rubrik, NetBackup, Commvault or Veeam . Proficiency in Windows & Linux operating systems, Active Directory, and SQL Server . Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Work Environment & Benefits: Some requirement to work US hours (12 - 8pm) 30% of the time Paid training , Minimal travel required (less than 10%). Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading experts. If you're interested, apply below to be considered today!
This role will develop a cohesive data architecture in a key area across Springer Nature's research er brands , t ransforming services and products towards a data-driven customer experience . About you You bring people togethe r, getting the right artefact in front of the right people to shift the conversation towards a greement and understanding . You learn quickly, taking in the full context and complexity to work out what can and can't be safely set aside for now . You communicate well and ensure stakeholders un derstand your architectural vision and its relationship to the business capabilities it will enable. You architect with an iterative approach, actively seeking input from multiple points, gathering feedback and adapting to new requirements and information . Role Responsibilities Collaborate with business stakeholders, technology teams, and data professionals to define and align on a target data architecture that supports strategic goals. Drive the development and maintenance of data architecture guidelines and standards to ensure consistency across the organi s ation, including d igital p roducts and m arketing domains . Provide guidance and mentorship to department representatives to promote improved data quality, harmoni s ation, and governance practices. Introduce and explain data concepts to senior business and product leaders to foster data literacy and informed decision-making . Develop and maintain data models and art e facts to document the as-is and to-be states of the customer data landscape . Identify and define desired data products that meet the research organi s ation's needs , ensuring alignment with business requirements . Collaborate with teams and solution architects to contribute to the development of the broader data ecosystem, including capabilities like data disambiguation, APIs, and machine learning models . Continually validate architecture through delivery with product teams and course correct as necessary . Collaborate with data privacy, governance, and management roles to establish and enforce data management, security, and compliance policies within areas of active development, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR) Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Solution Architects , Data Governance, Data Directors, Heads of Product, Data Protection Officer (DPO), Enterprise Architects, and Cybersecurity, to ensure the delivery of reliable, right, and secure data solutions. Collaborate with other data architects in workshops, planning sessions, and product teams to create shared art e facts , fostering a collaborative and consistent approach to data architecture. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in data model l ing, with a proven track record of successfully model l ing complex data domains. Demonstrated experience in defining and documenting data strategies, roadmaps, and principles. Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices, with experience driving improvements in data quality and harmoni s ation. Experience in defining and documenting non-functional requirements (e.g., data management, security, compliance) and ensuring their implementation. Ability to review proposed technology options for architectural fit and define appropriate frameworks for technology selection . Experience defining success measures and monitoring key data components to ensure performance and reliability. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively clarify constraints, trade-offs, and essential decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to develop strategies to improve data quality and ensure data accuracy and consistency. Experience creating regular feedback loops with stakeholders and product teams to ensure alignment and incorporate learnings into the data architecture. Desirable Knowledge of architectural disciplines such as data mesh, business intelligence (BI), data warehousing, and data platforms. Experience with cloud-based data solutions and technologies. Strong facilitation and alignment skills, with the ability to effectively navigate and influence across organi s ational silos. Experience with aligning Agile delivery teams What you will be doing 1 month Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand the research data landscape's current state and identify immediate improvement opportunities . Document the as-is data/ technical landscape for research data and the broa der domain . B uild relationships and feedback loops with data governance, security, and other relevant groups to ensure alignment on data standards, security policies, and architectural principles. Start to map out the existing data sources and identify potential issues that must be addressed. 3 months Maintain a high-level roadmap for the development of the research data ecosystem, outlining key milestones and deliverables for the next 6-12 months , and presenting to senior leadership Determine how the technical architecture can support delivery autonomy while supporting consistent user journeys across our platforms Perform feasibility analysis and provide recommendations on Build vs. Buy for systems that support the agile development process, scalability, and data governance requirements Create a n architectural forum to bring together a rchitects and t ech l eads in the research data initiatives 6 months Refine the roadmap and architecture b ased on feedback from initial delivery, incorporating lessons learned and adjusting priorities as needed . Scale the success ful approach es to other areas of the research data ecosystem, empowering teams . Develop and communicate a clear vision for the future of the research data ecosystem, highlighting its role in supporting strategic organi s ational goals .
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
This role will develop a cohesive data architecture in a key area across Springer Nature's research er brands , t ransforming services and products towards a data-driven customer experience . About you You bring people togethe r, getting the right artefact in front of the right people to shift the conversation towards a greement and understanding . You learn quickly, taking in the full context and complexity to work out what can and can't be safely set aside for now . You communicate well and ensure stakeholders un derstand your architectural vision and its relationship to the business capabilities it will enable. You architect with an iterative approach, actively seeking input from multiple points, gathering feedback and adapting to new requirements and information . Role Responsibilities Collaborate with business stakeholders, technology teams, and data professionals to define and align on a target data architecture that supports strategic goals. Drive the development and maintenance of data architecture guidelines and standards to ensure consistency across the organi s ation, including d igital p roducts and m arketing domains . Provide guidance and mentorship to department representatives to promote improved data quality, harmoni s ation, and governance practices. Introduce and explain data concepts to senior business and product leaders to foster data literacy and informed decision-making . Develop and maintain data models and art e facts to document the as-is and to-be states of the customer data landscape . Identify and define desired data products that meet the research organi s ation's needs , ensuring alignment with business requirements . Collaborate with teams and solution architects to contribute to the development of the broader data ecosystem, including capabilities like data disambiguation, APIs, and machine learning models . Continually validate architecture through delivery with product teams and course correct as necessary . Collaborate with data privacy, governance, and management roles to establish and enforce data management, security, and compliance policies within areas of active development, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR) Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Solution Architects , Data Governance, Data Directors, Heads of Product, Data Protection Officer (DPO), Enterprise Architects, and Cybersecurity, to ensure the delivery of reliable, right, and secure data solutions. Collaborate with other data architects in workshops, planning sessions, and product teams to create shared art e facts , fostering a collaborative and consistent approach to data architecture. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in data model l ing, with a proven track record of successfully model l ing complex data domains. Demonstrated experience in defining and documenting data strategies, roadmaps, and principles. Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices, with experience driving improvements in data quality and harmoni s ation. Experience in defining and documenting non-functional requirements (e.g., data management, security, compliance) and ensuring their implementation. Ability to review proposed technology options for architectural fit and define appropriate frameworks for technology selection . Experience defining success measures and monitoring key data components to ensure performance and reliability. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively clarify constraints, trade-offs, and essential decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to develop strategies to improve data quality and ensure data accuracy and consistency. Experience creating regular feedback loops with stakeholders and product teams to ensure alignment and incorporate learnings into the data architecture. Desirable Knowledge of architectural disciplines such as data mesh, business intelligence (BI), data warehousing, and data platforms. Experience with cloud-based data solutions and technologies. Strong facilitation and alignment skills, with the ability to effectively navigate and influence across organi s ational silos. Experience with aligning Agile delivery teams What you will be doing 1 month Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand the research data landscape's current state and identify immediate improvement opportunities . Document the as-is data/ technical landscape for research data and the broa der domain . B uild relationships and feedback loops with data governance, security, and other relevant groups to ensure alignment on data standards, security policies, and architectural principles. Start to map out the existing data sources and identify potential issues that must be addressed. 3 months Maintain a high-level roadmap for the development of the research data ecosystem, outlining key milestones and deliverables for the next 6-12 months , and presenting to senior leadership Determine how the technical architecture can support delivery autonomy while supporting consistent user journeys across our platforms Perform feasibility analysis and provide recommendations on Build vs. Buy for systems that support the agile development process, scalability, and data governance requirements Create a n architectural forum to bring together a rchitects and t ech l eads in the research data initiatives 6 months Refine the roadmap and architecture b ased on feedback from initial delivery, incorporating lessons learned and adjusting priorities as needed . Scale the success ful approach es to other areas of the research data ecosystem, empowering teams . Develop and communicate a clear vision for the future of the research data ecosystem, highlighting its role in supporting strategic organi s ational goals .
ROLE TITLE: PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER REPORTING LINE: The Principal Systems Engineer will report to the Director of Technical Operations for Energy Solutions. LOCATION/BASE: The Company's offices are at Concourse 2, Queen's Road, Titanic Quarter, Belfast. The company's manufacturing facility is close by at Unit 1 Oakbank, Channel Commercial Park, Queens Road, Belfast. DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW: Energy Solutions is a sub-systems solutions arm of Artemis Technologies, responsible for the delivery of Marine lithium-Ion battery and High-Power Charging systems. The group is growing its presence within the business and building on the technology modules developed in our vessel programmes, furthering development for the wider marine market. THE ROLE: This is a functional leadership role which will support the fast paced and exciting development of cutting-edge energy solutions for the marine market. You will use your experience in Systems Engineering delivery to ensure that New Product satisfies demanding performance, safety and quality requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES: Lead the development of and uphold core systems, engineering processes and capability within the business. Author, elicit and manage accurate stakeholder requirements for Energy Solution products. Perform/co-ordinate analysis of system requirements and lead activities such as Use Case analysis, functional analysis, robustness and safety analysis. Liaise with technical specialists, deliver the architectural design of Energy Solution products, to ensure robust system architecture which fulfils challenging stakeholder requirements. Produce and maintain traceable systems documentation such as User, Product and System Requirements Specifications. Maintain and interact with Systems Models, ensuring systems artifacts are generated, controlled and linked in a consistent manner across different projects. Requirements management through development and during the product lifecycle. Maintain familiarity with the tools and SW products required to correctly fulfil the system integration tests. Support the introduction of new technology and methods to the business where appropriate. Attend team and 1-1 meetings and fulfil reporting requirements as required by Artemis Technologies. Ensure compliance with Artemis Technologies Policies and Procedures. Build good working relationships across Artemis Technologies. Contribute to shaping a culture that reflects Artemis Technologies Values and Behaviours and enable the company to achieve its goals. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Education/Qualifications and Experience Required: Holder of a Bachelor (BSc /BEng) degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering). 5+ years working in a Systems Engineering or Control Engineering function with experience in electrification/e-mobility technology. Key Skills Required: Technical Skills: Systems Engineering within robust development & process frameworks (INCOSE, ASPICE etc.) Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and familiarity with SysML is desirable. Requirements management methods and tools. Experience with Enterprise Architect and Jama Connect is desirable. Application of Functional Safety and/or Cybersecurity. Technical/domain specialism in electrification technologies, particularly Lithium-Ion Battery Systems, Battery Management Systems and EV Charging Systems. Communication Skills: Good report writing skills - clear, concise, and well structured. Excellent interpersonal skills. Organising Skills: Ability to coordinate with other departments and flag issues. A focus on 'delivery' to an agreed schedule. Teamworking Skills: Ability to relate well to others, and build co-operative and collaborative working relationships, both internally and externally. Behavioural Competencies: Personal Qualities Required: A positive, can-do attitude, role modelling a positive approach especially through organisational growth and change. Integrity - honest, trustworthy, dependable. Adaptable and flexible - able to adapt quickly during fast growth and changing situations, and to be flexible as the demands of the role may require. A proactive, responsive, and responsible approach to fulfilling the requirements of role. Reliable - can be counted on to fulfil what is expected of them. A professional and mature attitude to the tasks in hand. Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team. Calm and able to think on feet. Self-starter and independent thinker; able to solve problems and instigate solutions. Resilient - able to work under pressure such as meeting deadlines, volume of work, accuracy levels required etc. A pleasure to work with - supportive, helpful, co-operative, and collaborative. Friendly and approachable, and able to create a sense of enjoyment at work. Committed - possesses a strong work ethic, committed to excellence and the success of ATL. Remuneration: Artemis Technologies Ltd offers a competitive salary commensurate to the successful candidate's experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Private Medical Insurance. Health Cashback Plan. Stakeholder Pension. Sponsored Translink annual travel card loan scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Electric Vehicle scheme. Death-in-service cover. Employer Assistance Programme. 22 days holiday plus 13 public/bank/closure holidays (pro-rata). You will also accumulate up to 5 service - related holidays over your first five years of employment. Regular social events (staff and family). Equal Opportunities Artemis Technologies is an equal opportunities employer and therefore is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity and does not discriminate, whether on grounds of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, disability, age, class, religion or belief, community background or passport held. These principles underpin our professional behaviour and are embedded in our policies, procedures, day-to-day practices, and external relationships. We therefore welcome and encourage job applications from a fully diverse range of candidates. We monitor the community background and sex of our job applicants and employees in order to demonstrate our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity in employment and to comply with our duties under the Fair Employment & Treatment (NI) Order 1998. If you do not answer the related application questions, we are encouraged to use the residuary method of making a determination, which means that we can make a determination as to your community background on the basis of the personal information supplied by you in your application form. Note: If you provide these details you are obliged to do so truthfully as it is a criminal offence under the Fair Employment (Monitoring) Regulations (NI) 1999 to knowingly give false answers to these questions. Privacy We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information as per the terms of our Privacy Policy, available on request from Artemis Technologies Ltd.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
ROLE TITLE: PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER REPORTING LINE: The Principal Systems Engineer will report to the Director of Technical Operations for Energy Solutions. LOCATION/BASE: The Company's offices are at Concourse 2, Queen's Road, Titanic Quarter, Belfast. The company's manufacturing facility is close by at Unit 1 Oakbank, Channel Commercial Park, Queens Road, Belfast. DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW: Energy Solutions is a sub-systems solutions arm of Artemis Technologies, responsible for the delivery of Marine lithium-Ion battery and High-Power Charging systems. The group is growing its presence within the business and building on the technology modules developed in our vessel programmes, furthering development for the wider marine market. THE ROLE: This is a functional leadership role which will support the fast paced and exciting development of cutting-edge energy solutions for the marine market. You will use your experience in Systems Engineering delivery to ensure that New Product satisfies demanding performance, safety and quality requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES: Lead the development of and uphold core systems, engineering processes and capability within the business. Author, elicit and manage accurate stakeholder requirements for Energy Solution products. Perform/co-ordinate analysis of system requirements and lead activities such as Use Case analysis, functional analysis, robustness and safety analysis. Liaise with technical specialists, deliver the architectural design of Energy Solution products, to ensure robust system architecture which fulfils challenging stakeholder requirements. Produce and maintain traceable systems documentation such as User, Product and System Requirements Specifications. Maintain and interact with Systems Models, ensuring systems artifacts are generated, controlled and linked in a consistent manner across different projects. Requirements management through development and during the product lifecycle. Maintain familiarity with the tools and SW products required to correctly fulfil the system integration tests. Support the introduction of new technology and methods to the business where appropriate. Attend team and 1-1 meetings and fulfil reporting requirements as required by Artemis Technologies. Ensure compliance with Artemis Technologies Policies and Procedures. Build good working relationships across Artemis Technologies. Contribute to shaping a culture that reflects Artemis Technologies Values and Behaviours and enable the company to achieve its goals. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Education/Qualifications and Experience Required: Holder of a Bachelor (BSc /BEng) degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering). 5+ years working in a Systems Engineering or Control Engineering function with experience in electrification/e-mobility technology. Key Skills Required: Technical Skills: Systems Engineering within robust development & process frameworks (INCOSE, ASPICE etc.) Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and familiarity with SysML is desirable. Requirements management methods and tools. Experience with Enterprise Architect and Jama Connect is desirable. Application of Functional Safety and/or Cybersecurity. Technical/domain specialism in electrification technologies, particularly Lithium-Ion Battery Systems, Battery Management Systems and EV Charging Systems. Communication Skills: Good report writing skills - clear, concise, and well structured. Excellent interpersonal skills. Organising Skills: Ability to coordinate with other departments and flag issues. A focus on 'delivery' to an agreed schedule. Teamworking Skills: Ability to relate well to others, and build co-operative and collaborative working relationships, both internally and externally. Behavioural Competencies: Personal Qualities Required: A positive, can-do attitude, role modelling a positive approach especially through organisational growth and change. Integrity - honest, trustworthy, dependable. Adaptable and flexible - able to adapt quickly during fast growth and changing situations, and to be flexible as the demands of the role may require. A proactive, responsive, and responsible approach to fulfilling the requirements of role. Reliable - can be counted on to fulfil what is expected of them. A professional and mature attitude to the tasks in hand. Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team. Calm and able to think on feet. Self-starter and independent thinker; able to solve problems and instigate solutions. Resilient - able to work under pressure such as meeting deadlines, volume of work, accuracy levels required etc. A pleasure to work with - supportive, helpful, co-operative, and collaborative. Friendly and approachable, and able to create a sense of enjoyment at work. Committed - possesses a strong work ethic, committed to excellence and the success of ATL. Remuneration: Artemis Technologies Ltd offers a competitive salary commensurate to the successful candidate's experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Private Medical Insurance. Health Cashback Plan. Stakeholder Pension. Sponsored Translink annual travel card loan scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Electric Vehicle scheme. Death-in-service cover. Employer Assistance Programme. 22 days holiday plus 13 public/bank/closure holidays (pro-rata). You will also accumulate up to 5 service - related holidays over your first five years of employment. Regular social events (staff and family). Equal Opportunities Artemis Technologies is an equal opportunities employer and therefore is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity and does not discriminate, whether on grounds of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, disability, age, class, religion or belief, community background or passport held. These principles underpin our professional behaviour and are embedded in our policies, procedures, day-to-day practices, and external relationships. We therefore welcome and encourage job applications from a fully diverse range of candidates. We monitor the community background and sex of our job applicants and employees in order to demonstrate our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity in employment and to comply with our duties under the Fair Employment & Treatment (NI) Order 1998. If you do not answer the related application questions, we are encouraged to use the residuary method of making a determination, which means that we can make a determination as to your community background on the basis of the personal information supplied by you in your application form. Note: If you provide these details you are obliged to do so truthfully as it is a criminal offence under the Fair Employment (Monitoring) Regulations (NI) 1999 to knowingly give false answers to these questions. Privacy We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information as per the terms of our Privacy Policy, available on request from Artemis Technologies Ltd.
Senior Active Directory/IDAM Architect - Windows AD - AD tools - IDAM - DV Clearance - Up to £700 a day (Inside IR35) - Reading - 6+ months Location: Reading Area Rate: Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: DV Clearance Required Role Overview: We are looking for an Active Directory/IDAM Architect to join the existing team. You will work in close partnership with our delivery teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Your role will involve collaboration within the wider multi-skilled team and orientated to owning the delivery of work packages throughout their lifecycle and ensuring the work package meets the functional and non-functional requirements. Reporting into the Solution Owner, you will own the overall design through the production and delivery of design (HLD/LLD) documentation and the maintenance of design and support documentation, ensuring designs produced can pass review and governance. Essential skills: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management technologies. Experience in MS Windows Enterprise technologies and architectures, along with PowerShell scripting and automation of these technologies. Some experience or awareness of Automated testing. Experience of agile delivery methodologies. What We Offer: Competitive daily rate up to £750 Opportunity to work with cutting-edge network technologies. Collaborative and innovative work environment. Application Process: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV which details your relevant experience. This role requires a current DV Clearance, so please familiarise yourself with the eligibility before applying. Join us and be a part of a team that drives technological excellence.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Senior Active Directory/IDAM Architect - Windows AD - AD tools - IDAM - DV Clearance - Up to £700 a day (Inside IR35) - Reading - 6+ months Location: Reading Area Rate: Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: DV Clearance Required Role Overview: We are looking for an Active Directory/IDAM Architect to join the existing team. You will work in close partnership with our delivery teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Your role will involve collaboration within the wider multi-skilled team and orientated to owning the delivery of work packages throughout their lifecycle and ensuring the work package meets the functional and non-functional requirements. Reporting into the Solution Owner, you will own the overall design through the production and delivery of design (HLD/LLD) documentation and the maintenance of design and support documentation, ensuring designs produced can pass review and governance. Essential skills: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management technologies. Experience in MS Windows Enterprise technologies and architectures, along with PowerShell scripting and automation of these technologies. Some experience or awareness of Automated testing. Experience of agile delivery methodologies. What We Offer: Competitive daily rate up to £750 Opportunity to work with cutting-edge network technologies. Collaborative and innovative work environment. Application Process: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV which details your relevant experience. This role requires a current DV Clearance, so please familiarise yourself with the eligibility before applying. Join us and be a part of a team that drives technological excellence.
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Software Engineering - BSS (Business Support Systems) to lead the development, implementation, and optimization of our BSS platforms. This role will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers, ensuring alignment with business goals, driving innovation, and ensuring the seamless integration of BSS solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable and high-performing BSS solutions, including billing, CRM, order management, and customer self-service platforms. Oversee the software engineering teams, providing leadership, mentorship, and career development opportunities. Define and implement best practices for software development, ensuring high-quality code, performance, security, and maintainability. Collaborate with product management, operations, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize technical roadmaps aligned with company objectives. Ensure seamless integration of BSS with OSS (Operational Support Systems), external APIs, and cloud-based platforms. Drive automation, CI/CD adoption, and DevOps best practices to improve deployment efficiency and reliability. Establish and track key performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and driving engineering excellence. Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, ensuring BSS platforms remain competitive and compliant. Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and third-party integrations as required. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing engineering teams. Extensive experience in Business Support Systems (BSS), including billing, customer management, and order fulfillment. Strong expertise in cloud-based architectures, microservices, AI-driven automation, and API-driven development. Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Java, Node.js, Python, C#, or similar. Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software deployment practices. Experience with Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with business and technical stakeholders. Experience in the telecommunications, SaaS, or enterprise software industry is highly preferred. Why Join Us? Opportunity to lead a high-impact engineering team in a dynamic and innovative environment. Work on cutting-edge BSS solutions that drive business transformation and enhance customer experience. Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities. If you are a results-driven engineering leader passionate about BSS and digital transformation, we invite you to apply and be part of our journey!
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Software Engineering - BSS (Business Support Systems) to lead the development, implementation, and optimization of our BSS platforms. This role will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers, ensuring alignment with business goals, driving innovation, and ensuring the seamless integration of BSS solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable and high-performing BSS solutions, including billing, CRM, order management, and customer self-service platforms. Oversee the software engineering teams, providing leadership, mentorship, and career development opportunities. Define and implement best practices for software development, ensuring high-quality code, performance, security, and maintainability. Collaborate with product management, operations, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize technical roadmaps aligned with company objectives. Ensure seamless integration of BSS with OSS (Operational Support Systems), external APIs, and cloud-based platforms. Drive automation, CI/CD adoption, and DevOps best practices to improve deployment efficiency and reliability. Establish and track key performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and driving engineering excellence. Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, ensuring BSS platforms remain competitive and compliant. Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and third-party integrations as required. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing engineering teams. Extensive experience in Business Support Systems (BSS), including billing, customer management, and order fulfillment. Strong expertise in cloud-based architectures, microservices, AI-driven automation, and API-driven development. Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Java, Node.js, Python, C#, or similar. Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software deployment practices. Experience with Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with business and technical stakeholders. Experience in the telecommunications, SaaS, or enterprise software industry is highly preferred. Why Join Us? Opportunity to lead a high-impact engineering team in a dynamic and innovative environment. Work on cutting-edge BSS solutions that drive business transformation and enhance customer experience. Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities. If you are a results-driven engineering leader passionate about BSS and digital transformation, we invite you to apply and be part of our journey!
Radius is recruiting for a Senior 360 Azure consultant to design and deliver large scale Azure migration projects. 2 days per week London. Evidence of using PowerShell and other Azure tools and APIs Evidence of delivering infrastructure as code projects using Bicep and/or Terraform and working in multiple environments. Evidence of pre-sales and delivering presentations to customers About the role This is a technical role that will suit a senior professional who has experience and is passionate about helping organisations transform and adopt Azure services. You will act as a technical authority in this discipline and provide technical consultancy in both, presales and project delivery across the full project lifecycle, ensuring that the technical solutions (proposed and delivered) meet customer needs. As such, you will need to have deep expertise in designing and implementing cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions using Azure technologies, such as Azure IaaS, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows Infrastructure, Active Directory, and Microsoft network services. Additionally, you will leverage Azure DevOps tools to streamline and automate the development, testing, and deployment processes. Responsibilities Technical Delivery Act as the technical authority and contribute to the design, development, and delivery of cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions using Azure technologies. Utilise Azure DevOps tools to automate and optimise the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of solutions. Technically manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, from planning and scoping to testing and deployment, ensuring quality and timely delivery of solutions. Collaborate with the wider delivery team and the Project Managers to deliver projects. Contribute to post-project lessons learned meetings chaired by the Project Managers. Work with the Services team to ensure appropriate handover to Service at project closure. Provide training, documentation, and assistance to the support team as services transition into operations. Strong experience and relevant certification in Azure services and Azure DevOps tools. Solid understanding and exposure to other adjacent technologies such as networking, security, data, and virtualisation. Strong knowledge of Azure architecture, administration, security, and governance. Proficient in PowerShell and other Azure tools and APIs. Strong working knowledge and experience delivering projects and programmes of change. Familiar with infrastructure as code (e.g., Bicep and/or Terraform) and working in multiple environments. Understanding of Azure networking concepts such as private endpoints, Azure Virtual WAN, hub and spoke architectures and ALZ (Azure Landing zone Bicep modules).
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Radius is recruiting for a Senior 360 Azure consultant to design and deliver large scale Azure migration projects. 2 days per week London. Evidence of using PowerShell and other Azure tools and APIs Evidence of delivering infrastructure as code projects using Bicep and/or Terraform and working in multiple environments. Evidence of pre-sales and delivering presentations to customers About the role This is a technical role that will suit a senior professional who has experience and is passionate about helping organisations transform and adopt Azure services. You will act as a technical authority in this discipline and provide technical consultancy in both, presales and project delivery across the full project lifecycle, ensuring that the technical solutions (proposed and delivered) meet customer needs. As such, you will need to have deep expertise in designing and implementing cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions using Azure technologies, such as Azure IaaS, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows Infrastructure, Active Directory, and Microsoft network services. Additionally, you will leverage Azure DevOps tools to streamline and automate the development, testing, and deployment processes. Responsibilities Technical Delivery Act as the technical authority and contribute to the design, development, and delivery of cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions using Azure technologies. Utilise Azure DevOps tools to automate and optimise the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of solutions. Technically manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, from planning and scoping to testing and deployment, ensuring quality and timely delivery of solutions. Collaborate with the wider delivery team and the Project Managers to deliver projects. Contribute to post-project lessons learned meetings chaired by the Project Managers. Work with the Services team to ensure appropriate handover to Service at project closure. Provide training, documentation, and assistance to the support team as services transition into operations. Strong experience and relevant certification in Azure services and Azure DevOps tools. Solid understanding and exposure to other adjacent technologies such as networking, security, data, and virtualisation. Strong knowledge of Azure architecture, administration, security, and governance. Proficient in PowerShell and other Azure tools and APIs. Strong working knowledge and experience delivering projects and programmes of change. Familiar with infrastructure as code (e.g., Bicep and/or Terraform) and working in multiple environments. Understanding of Azure networking concepts such as private endpoints, Azure Virtual WAN, hub and spoke architectures and ALZ (Azure Landing zone Bicep modules).
Who are Benifex? We are a fast-moving technology company, and one of the most successful providers of online reward and benefits solutions in the UK. We believe no one comes to work to do a bad job or be actively disengaged, and that technology is instrumental in providing an exceptional employee experience. We are striving to create seamless but tangible interactions between employers and employees, making work a rewarding place for every single one of us. To help us on our quest to be the best, we need brilliant people on board and that's where you come in. Why should you apply? Impact : Contribute to the modernisation of critical shared services that power the entire OneHub platform, directly influencing thousands of users. Challenge : Solve complex technical problems while working with cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, microservices, and event-driven architectures. Career Growth: Gain experience in a collaborative, innovative team environment while working on foundational systems and exploring opportunities to mentor and lead. Top 10 Employer, Sunday Times Best Places to Work Awards Work for a profitable, fast-growing market leader in the online reward and benefits space. Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship and require people to be based in the UK or Ireland for this position. Great benefits: £75,000-90,000 Tech setup of your choice (MacBook Pro or equivalent, monitors, etc.) £/€800 annual learning budget, plus two hours per week as 'Focus Fridays'. Flexible work - choose a working setup that works for you, our only ask is to see you once a quarter in our UK HQ. 25 days holiday plus your local bank holidays. Your birthday off. Two half day wellbeing days. Healthcare cash plan to cover the costs of day to day healthcare. Employee Assistance Plan 24/7 365 support. Income Protection (75%) and life assurance (4x salary). Pension scheme. Enhanced parental leave package - 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave. £50 monthly allowance to spend on whatever takes your fancy, your very own Benefex card will be topped up at the start of each month! Role Overview We're hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Enablement squad and play a key role in building and modernising shared services across OneHub. This squad focuses on core services like admin tooling, imports, identity, roles, and other foundational elements critical to the OneHub ecosystem. If you're passionate about crafting scalable, reliable Java solutions and enjoy working collaboratively to drive innovation, this role is for you. Responsibilities Lead the design and development of scalable backend services using Java Spring Boot to power shared services across the OneHub platform. Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineers, and cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. Build and modernise core services such as identity management, roles, admin tooling, and import processes. Implement and maintain microservices architecture, leveraging tools like Kubernetes for containerisation and deployment. Optimise system performance through best practices, including the use of event-driven architecture and messaging systems like Google Cloud Pub/Sub. Advocate for and implement technical best practices, ensuring maintainability, security, and performance. Contribute to our learning culture by sharing knowledge and mentoring less experienced engineers. What are we looking for? Extensive experience in backend development with Java and Spring Boot , with a strong focus on building RESTful APIs. Experience with microservices architectures and containerisation using Kubernetes and Docker. Strong understanding of event-driven architecture and messaging systems like Pub/Sub. Solid knowledge of database technologies, including MongoDB or other NoSQL solutions, and their integration with Java applications. Hands-on experience working with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., CircleCI) for automated deployment and delivery. Collaboration : Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, sharing knowledge and building strong working relationships. Proactive Problem-Solving : A resourceful approach to identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions with minimal guidance. Commitment to Excellence: Passion for clean code, technical best practices, and continuously improving system reliability and performance. Bonus Points: Experience with cloud technologies, particularly GCP or similar environments. Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform. Familiarity with authentication and identity solutions like Okta. Interest or experience in learning Golang for broader platform contributions. Exposure to frontend technologies such as React or TypeScript. Even if you don't meet all of the requirements for this role, we encourage you to apply! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow. We also offer a variety of other roles, so please check out our careers page to see if there is something else that might be a good fit for you. Our interview process Benefex understands the need to have a fast and efficient process; the below will all be completed in the shortest time possible, typically a 2-2.5 week timeframe. Initial informal call with the Talent team. Interview with our Engineering Director 30-45 min. Technical Task. Technical Interview - 60 min. Final interview with VP of Engineering - 30-45 min. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during the recruitment process, please let us know with your application.
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
Who are Benifex? We are a fast-moving technology company, and one of the most successful providers of online reward and benefits solutions in the UK. We believe no one comes to work to do a bad job or be actively disengaged, and that technology is instrumental in providing an exceptional employee experience. We are striving to create seamless but tangible interactions between employers and employees, making work a rewarding place for every single one of us. To help us on our quest to be the best, we need brilliant people on board and that's where you come in. Why should you apply? Impact : Contribute to the modernisation of critical shared services that power the entire OneHub platform, directly influencing thousands of users. Challenge : Solve complex technical problems while working with cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, microservices, and event-driven architectures. Career Growth: Gain experience in a collaborative, innovative team environment while working on foundational systems and exploring opportunities to mentor and lead. Top 10 Employer, Sunday Times Best Places to Work Awards Work for a profitable, fast-growing market leader in the online reward and benefits space. Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship and require people to be based in the UK or Ireland for this position. Great benefits: £75,000-90,000 Tech setup of your choice (MacBook Pro or equivalent, monitors, etc.) £/€800 annual learning budget, plus two hours per week as 'Focus Fridays'. Flexible work - choose a working setup that works for you, our only ask is to see you once a quarter in our UK HQ. 25 days holiday plus your local bank holidays. Your birthday off. Two half day wellbeing days. Healthcare cash plan to cover the costs of day to day healthcare. Employee Assistance Plan 24/7 365 support. Income Protection (75%) and life assurance (4x salary). Pension scheme. Enhanced parental leave package - 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave. £50 monthly allowance to spend on whatever takes your fancy, your very own Benefex card will be topped up at the start of each month! Role Overview We're hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Enablement squad and play a key role in building and modernising shared services across OneHub. This squad focuses on core services like admin tooling, imports, identity, roles, and other foundational elements critical to the OneHub ecosystem. If you're passionate about crafting scalable, reliable Java solutions and enjoy working collaboratively to drive innovation, this role is for you. Responsibilities Lead the design and development of scalable backend services using Java Spring Boot to power shared services across the OneHub platform. Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineers, and cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. Build and modernise core services such as identity management, roles, admin tooling, and import processes. Implement and maintain microservices architecture, leveraging tools like Kubernetes for containerisation and deployment. Optimise system performance through best practices, including the use of event-driven architecture and messaging systems like Google Cloud Pub/Sub. Advocate for and implement technical best practices, ensuring maintainability, security, and performance. Contribute to our learning culture by sharing knowledge and mentoring less experienced engineers. What are we looking for? Extensive experience in backend development with Java and Spring Boot , with a strong focus on building RESTful APIs. Experience with microservices architectures and containerisation using Kubernetes and Docker. Strong understanding of event-driven architecture and messaging systems like Pub/Sub. Solid knowledge of database technologies, including MongoDB or other NoSQL solutions, and their integration with Java applications. Hands-on experience working with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., CircleCI) for automated deployment and delivery. Collaboration : Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, sharing knowledge and building strong working relationships. Proactive Problem-Solving : A resourceful approach to identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions with minimal guidance. Commitment to Excellence: Passion for clean code, technical best practices, and continuously improving system reliability and performance. Bonus Points: Experience with cloud technologies, particularly GCP or similar environments. Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform. Familiarity with authentication and identity solutions like Okta. Interest or experience in learning Golang for broader platform contributions. Exposure to frontend technologies such as React or TypeScript. Even if you don't meet all of the requirements for this role, we encourage you to apply! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow. We also offer a variety of other roles, so please check out our careers page to see if there is something else that might be a good fit for you. Our interview process Benefex understands the need to have a fast and efficient process; the below will all be completed in the shortest time possible, typically a 2-2.5 week timeframe. Initial informal call with the Talent team. Interview with our Engineering Director 30-45 min. Technical Task. Technical Interview - 60 min. Final interview with VP of Engineering - 30-45 min. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during the recruitment process, please let us know with your application.
ABOUT US Amazon Web Services is the market leader and technology forerunner in the Cloud business. As a member of the AWS Support team, you will be at the forefront of this transformational technology, assisting a global list of companies and developers that are taking advantage of a growing set of services and features to run their mission-critical applications. As a Cloud Support Engineer, you will act as the 'Cloud Ambassador' across all the cloud products, arming our customers with required tools & tactics to get the most out of their Product and Support investment. Do you prefer "getting your hands dirty" and solving challenging technical issues? Would you like to use the latest cloud computing technologies? Do you have an interest in helping customers understand application architectures and integration approaches? Are you familiar with best practices for applications, servers and networks? Do you want to be part of a customer facing technology team helping to ensure the success of Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a leading technology organization? If you fit the description, you might be the person we are looking for! We are a group of smart people, passionate about cloud computing, and believe that world class support is critical to customer success. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM A LIFE AT AWS? Every day will bring new and exciting challenges on the job while you: Learn and use groundbreaking technologies. Apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to provide unique solutions to our customers' individual needs. Interact with leading engineers around the world. Work directly with Amazon Web Services architects to help reproduce and resolve customer issues. Leverage your extensive customer support experience to provide feedback to internal AWS teams on how to improve our services. Drive customer communication during critical events. Drive projects that improve support-related processes and our customers' technical support experience. Write tutorials, how-to videos, and other technical articles for the developer community. Work on critical, highly complex customer problems that may span multiple AWS services. WHY AWS SUPPORT? First and foremost this is a customer support role - in The Cloud. On a typical day, a Support Engineer will be primarily responsible for solving customer's cases through a variety of customer contact channels which include telephone, email, and video and web/live chat. You will apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to provide tailored solutions for our customers and drive customer interactions by thoughtfully working with customers to dive deep into the root cause of an issue. Apart from working on a broad spectrum of technical issues, an AWS Support Engineer may also coach/mentor new hires, develop & present training, partner with development teams on complex issues or contact deflection initiatives, participate in new hiring, write tools/script to help the team, or work with leadership on process improvement and strategic initiatives. Career development: We promote advancement opportunities across the organization to help you meet your career goals. Training: We have training programs to help you develop the skills required to be successful in your role. We hire smart people who are keen to build a career with AWS, so we are more interested in the areas that you do know instead of those you haven't been exposed to yet. Travel the world: Strong support engineers interested in travel have presented training or participated in focused summits across our sites or at specific AWS events. As we operate on a follow-the-sun model, with Premium Support sites located globally, there is no after hours on-call or mandated overtime in this role. About the team Diverse Experiences: Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture: Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth: We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree in Information Science/Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field OR equivalent experience in a technical position. - Knowledge/experience in enterprise systems administration in Windows Server and related services (Active Directory, DNS, IIS, MSSQL). - Knowledge of Windows troubleshooting tools (WinDbg, Windows Sysinternals, perfmon, WPR/WPA). - Experience with System Administration with Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat) and/or Microsoft Windows Server and associated technologies (Active Directory, Exchange). - Experience in Networking technologies including DNS, TCP/IP, SSL, DHCP and Load Balancing. - Experience with Network troubleshooting tools (telnet, test-netconnection, tracert, tracetcp, iperf, ntttcp, dig, and packet capture tools). - Experience with programming/scripting (Batch, VB, PowerShell, Java, C#, Chef, Perl, Ruby and/or PHP). - Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills and experience. - Experience managing full application stacks from the OS up through custom applications. - Exposure to Virtualization (Hyper-V, VMware, Xen). - Good understanding of distributed computing environments. - Exposure to security concepts/best practices. - Knowledge of storage technologies. - Experience with Cloud services and Cloud deployments. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
ABOUT US Amazon Web Services is the market leader and technology forerunner in the Cloud business. As a member of the AWS Support team, you will be at the forefront of this transformational technology, assisting a global list of companies and developers that are taking advantage of a growing set of services and features to run their mission-critical applications. As a Cloud Support Engineer, you will act as the 'Cloud Ambassador' across all the cloud products, arming our customers with required tools & tactics to get the most out of their Product and Support investment. Do you prefer "getting your hands dirty" and solving challenging technical issues? Would you like to use the latest cloud computing technologies? Do you have an interest in helping customers understand application architectures and integration approaches? Are you familiar with best practices for applications, servers and networks? Do you want to be part of a customer facing technology team helping to ensure the success of Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a leading technology organization? If you fit the description, you might be the person we are looking for! We are a group of smart people, passionate about cloud computing, and believe that world class support is critical to customer success. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM A LIFE AT AWS? Every day will bring new and exciting challenges on the job while you: Learn and use groundbreaking technologies. Apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to provide unique solutions to our customers' individual needs. Interact with leading engineers around the world. Work directly with Amazon Web Services architects to help reproduce and resolve customer issues. Leverage your extensive customer support experience to provide feedback to internal AWS teams on how to improve our services. Drive customer communication during critical events. Drive projects that improve support-related processes and our customers' technical support experience. Write tutorials, how-to videos, and other technical articles for the developer community. Work on critical, highly complex customer problems that may span multiple AWS services. WHY AWS SUPPORT? First and foremost this is a customer support role - in The Cloud. On a typical day, a Support Engineer will be primarily responsible for solving customer's cases through a variety of customer contact channels which include telephone, email, and video and web/live chat. You will apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to provide tailored solutions for our customers and drive customer interactions by thoughtfully working with customers to dive deep into the root cause of an issue. Apart from working on a broad spectrum of technical issues, an AWS Support Engineer may also coach/mentor new hires, develop & present training, partner with development teams on complex issues or contact deflection initiatives, participate in new hiring, write tools/script to help the team, or work with leadership on process improvement and strategic initiatives. Career development: We promote advancement opportunities across the organization to help you meet your career goals. Training: We have training programs to help you develop the skills required to be successful in your role. We hire smart people who are keen to build a career with AWS, so we are more interested in the areas that you do know instead of those you haven't been exposed to yet. Travel the world: Strong support engineers interested in travel have presented training or participated in focused summits across our sites or at specific AWS events. As we operate on a follow-the-sun model, with Premium Support sites located globally, there is no after hours on-call or mandated overtime in this role. About the team Diverse Experiences: Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture: Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth: We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree in Information Science/Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field OR equivalent experience in a technical position. - Knowledge/experience in enterprise systems administration in Windows Server and related services (Active Directory, DNS, IIS, MSSQL). - Knowledge of Windows troubleshooting tools (WinDbg, Windows Sysinternals, perfmon, WPR/WPA). - Experience with System Administration with Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat) and/or Microsoft Windows Server and associated technologies (Active Directory, Exchange). - Experience in Networking technologies including DNS, TCP/IP, SSL, DHCP and Load Balancing. - Experience with Network troubleshooting tools (telnet, test-netconnection, tracert, tracetcp, iperf, ntttcp, dig, and packet capture tools). - Experience with programming/scripting (Batch, VB, PowerShell, Java, C#, Chef, Perl, Ruby and/or PHP). - Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills and experience. - Experience managing full application stacks from the OS up through custom applications. - Exposure to Virtualization (Hyper-V, VMware, Xen). - Good understanding of distributed computing environments. - Exposure to security concepts/best practices. - Knowledge of storage technologies. - Experience with Cloud services and Cloud deployments. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae. 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We are looking for a technical expert with deep data platform engineering experience, who thrives on solving complex problems, driving business impact, and coaching other engineers. Salary: £75k - £100K Reporting to: Shaun Howell, Tech Director Location: primarily based in our London Office, with flexible and hybrid working (ideally three days per week in the office). About us At VivaCity, we make cities smarter, safer, and more sustainable. We have over 5,000 AI sensors around the world, gathering real-time anonymous data on transport modes, traffic flow, and travel patterns. This is used to gather actionable insights to support strategic decisions to improve the global transport network. All our solutions are community-centric, using 'privacy by design' principles. Our ultimate goal is to make the European vision of a Smart City - one which makes the city work effectively, for the community. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, open culture that fosters innovation, learning and encourages everyone to do their best work, whilst building a sense of community and collaboration. Read more about what it's like to work at VivaCity . About the role As a Principal Platform Engineer, you will report directly to the Head of Engineering, taking responsibility for designing, improving, and maintaining critical systems which transport hundreds of gigabytes per day and trillions of messages per year. A key focus of this role is ensuring the reliability, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness of our systems. Your work will be crucial in our mission to empower safe and sustainable transport around the world through data insights. You will have primary accountability for our cloud data pipeline & underlying infrastructure, including Apache Kafka, Go microservices, a PostgreSQL database, Kubernetes, Vault, and other cloud services, as well as on-premise infrastructure. Your technical expertise will be instrumental in optimizing the performance, maintainability, and operational costs of these systems while ensuring they meet business needs. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Cloud and AI team, establish technical standards, lead architectural decision-making, and proactively share knowledge with colleagues. This role does not involve line management, but at VivaCity we view principal engineers as leaders, working alongside engineering managers. You will provide mentorship, technical guidance and training to engineers across the department. About you You are a technical expert with a proven ability to creatively solve complex problems across a broad remit, optimize systems for reliability and cost, and navigate ambiguity to deliver impactful solutions. You have a deep understanding of distributed systems, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure, and you thrive in an environment that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. You proactively and effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, earning trust and influence through your knowledge and proactive, considerate approach. You are passionate about simplifying complex systems and seek opportunities to balance immediate delivery with long-term improvements. You continue working on problems, even when you are not familiar with the problem space, and you know when and how to ask for help. Requirements for the role Deep expertise in Apache Kafka (ideally Kafka Strimzi), including broker management, scaling, upgrades, and integration with high-throughput data pipelines. Strong experience designing, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure with a focus on reliability, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness (we use Kubernetes on Google Cloud Platform). Proficiency in Unix systems, ideally Linux (we use Ubuntu). Exceptional communication skills, with experience mentoring engineers and collaborating with stakeholders. Proven ability to resolve technical incidents in unfamiliar production systems. Technical and process documentation champion. Experience of operationally managing production software components, including observability, logging, metrics, error reporting, debugging, and live incident management. Your time will be spent roughly as follows: 50% - Proactive technical work (e.g. changes to drive reliability, costs or customer value improvements) 30% - Reactive technical work (e.g. incident response, unblocking engineers, code review) 10% - Technical leadership initiatives (e.g. establishing technical standards, architectural principles, & staff training) 10% - Planning and administration This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful technical initiatives, work with cutting-edge infrastructure, and help shape the future of our systems and engineering practices. The following would further strengthen an application Proficiency with Hashicorp Vault including secret and role management. Proficiency with PostgreSQL (we use TimescaleDB), including query optimisation and SQL proficiency. Proficiency in one or more programming languages (we primarily use Go and TypeScript). Comfortable working with Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform. Familiarity with common DevOps tools and CI/CD processes. Proficiency with infrastructure management tools (e.g. Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Experience with internal developer platforms. Knowledge of information security principles, including identity and access management and authentication/authorisation processes. Experience in a start-up or scale-up environment. Passion for sustainability, transport or smart cities. You don't need to have done all of these things before, but to excel in this role, you will need to be keen to learn and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you're close to what we're looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Hiring process 30 minute screening interview. 1.5 hour system design interview where you work together with a VivaCity engineer 2.5 hours final round interview, split into a 1 hour technical experience interview, 1 hour soft skills interview, and 30 minutes with Shaun, our Head of Engineering We know that diverse ideas and perspectives drive innovation and make us better. We are creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. We're an equal opportunities employer and all applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, or social background. If you need any reasonable accommodations to help you perform at your best during the application process, please let us know. What we offer: 25 days of holiday Flexible working hours and work from home Up to 30 days per year work from abroad Up to 3 flexible bank holiday days 3% employer pension contribution £200 total working from home budget Enhanced parental leave Up to 3 'childcare' or 'dependant' days per year Mental health support through Spill Discounted gym memberships through GymFlex £50 per person per quarter team social budget Additional entertainment budget and company parties Office food and drinks Optional Bupa healthcare and dental care through salary deduction Eye care vouchers Seasonal Flu jabs Cycle to work scheme Payroll giving through salary sacrifice
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a technical expert with deep data platform engineering experience, who thrives on solving complex problems, driving business impact, and coaching other engineers. Salary: £75k - £100K Reporting to: Shaun Howell, Tech Director Location: primarily based in our London Office, with flexible and hybrid working (ideally three days per week in the office). About us At VivaCity, we make cities smarter, safer, and more sustainable. We have over 5,000 AI sensors around the world, gathering real-time anonymous data on transport modes, traffic flow, and travel patterns. This is used to gather actionable insights to support strategic decisions to improve the global transport network. All our solutions are community-centric, using 'privacy by design' principles. Our ultimate goal is to make the European vision of a Smart City - one which makes the city work effectively, for the community. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, open culture that fosters innovation, learning and encourages everyone to do their best work, whilst building a sense of community and collaboration. Read more about what it's like to work at VivaCity . About the role As a Principal Platform Engineer, you will report directly to the Head of Engineering, taking responsibility for designing, improving, and maintaining critical systems which transport hundreds of gigabytes per day and trillions of messages per year. A key focus of this role is ensuring the reliability, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness of our systems. Your work will be crucial in our mission to empower safe and sustainable transport around the world through data insights. You will have primary accountability for our cloud data pipeline & underlying infrastructure, including Apache Kafka, Go microservices, a PostgreSQL database, Kubernetes, Vault, and other cloud services, as well as on-premise infrastructure. Your technical expertise will be instrumental in optimizing the performance, maintainability, and operational costs of these systems while ensuring they meet business needs. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Cloud and AI team, establish technical standards, lead architectural decision-making, and proactively share knowledge with colleagues. This role does not involve line management, but at VivaCity we view principal engineers as leaders, working alongside engineering managers. You will provide mentorship, technical guidance and training to engineers across the department. About you You are a technical expert with a proven ability to creatively solve complex problems across a broad remit, optimize systems for reliability and cost, and navigate ambiguity to deliver impactful solutions. You have a deep understanding of distributed systems, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure, and you thrive in an environment that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. You proactively and effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, earning trust and influence through your knowledge and proactive, considerate approach. You are passionate about simplifying complex systems and seek opportunities to balance immediate delivery with long-term improvements. You continue working on problems, even when you are not familiar with the problem space, and you know when and how to ask for help. Requirements for the role Deep expertise in Apache Kafka (ideally Kafka Strimzi), including broker management, scaling, upgrades, and integration with high-throughput data pipelines. Strong experience designing, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure with a focus on reliability, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness (we use Kubernetes on Google Cloud Platform). Proficiency in Unix systems, ideally Linux (we use Ubuntu). Exceptional communication skills, with experience mentoring engineers and collaborating with stakeholders. Proven ability to resolve technical incidents in unfamiliar production systems. Technical and process documentation champion. Experience of operationally managing production software components, including observability, logging, metrics, error reporting, debugging, and live incident management. Your time will be spent roughly as follows: 50% - Proactive technical work (e.g. changes to drive reliability, costs or customer value improvements) 30% - Reactive technical work (e.g. incident response, unblocking engineers, code review) 10% - Technical leadership initiatives (e.g. establishing technical standards, architectural principles, & staff training) 10% - Planning and administration This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful technical initiatives, work with cutting-edge infrastructure, and help shape the future of our systems and engineering practices. The following would further strengthen an application Proficiency with Hashicorp Vault including secret and role management. Proficiency with PostgreSQL (we use TimescaleDB), including query optimisation and SQL proficiency. Proficiency in one or more programming languages (we primarily use Go and TypeScript). Comfortable working with Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform. Familiarity with common DevOps tools and CI/CD processes. Proficiency with infrastructure management tools (e.g. Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Experience with internal developer platforms. Knowledge of information security principles, including identity and access management and authentication/authorisation processes. Experience in a start-up or scale-up environment. Passion for sustainability, transport or smart cities. You don't need to have done all of these things before, but to excel in this role, you will need to be keen to learn and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you're close to what we're looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Hiring process 30 minute screening interview. 1.5 hour system design interview where you work together with a VivaCity engineer 2.5 hours final round interview, split into a 1 hour technical experience interview, 1 hour soft skills interview, and 30 minutes with Shaun, our Head of Engineering We know that diverse ideas and perspectives drive innovation and make us better. We are creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. We're an equal opportunities employer and all applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, or social background. If you need any reasonable accommodations to help you perform at your best during the application process, please let us know. What we offer: 25 days of holiday Flexible working hours and work from home Up to 30 days per year work from abroad Up to 3 flexible bank holiday days 3% employer pension contribution £200 total working from home budget Enhanced parental leave Up to 3 'childcare' or 'dependant' days per year Mental health support through Spill Discounted gym memberships through GymFlex £50 per person per quarter team social budget Additional entertainment budget and company parties Office food and drinks Optional Bupa healthcare and dental care through salary deduction Eye care vouchers Seasonal Flu jabs Cycle to work scheme Payroll giving through salary sacrifice
