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The database developer is an IT expert who must structure, organize, and make accessible all data for their clients. When we know that data has become the foundation of every business, it becomes essential to entrust it to a professional. The developer presents themselves as the guarantor of consistency and permanent accessibility of information. They are responsible for recommending the right software and tools that provide functional and quick access to all this data. During website creation, the database developer first thinks about the different tables intended to make up the database. They use analysis and modeling tools for this purpose, and then ensures maintaining strategic importance. They ensure the proper functioning of the database, and if necessary, they are responsible for enriching it properly to integrate new user requests.

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Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer - Norwich

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£300-500
Norwich, England, United Kingdom
Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer We urgently require a Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of working Liferay and Java. The project involves a Liferay DXP Upgrade. You will be involved in the technical discussions to how best to change current hooks in 6.2 in a way that can easily be migrated to Liferay DXP. There will also be some technical consultancy required to define strategy and approach for content migration and content structure. The following are some elements of what will be required: script to migrate snippet portlet preferences to Liferay Content template to display the migrated content via Liferay content portlet automatic replacement of the existing snippet portlet with a Liferay content portlet displaying appropriate content. Additionally part of the project will contain department knowledge transfer and training on best practise use of Liferay DXP to include: Deployment workstation/developer environment setup dependency management continuous integration This is a 6 month contract assignment. Will be based in Norwich. Please send your CV to us in Word format along daily rate and availability.
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Front End Java and HTML Developer – Brighton Sussex

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£200-300
Brighton & Hove Stadium Greyhound Kennels, England, United Kingdom
Front End Java and HTML Developer – Brighton Sussex Our Client is looking to recruit a Front End Software Developer with very strong experience in Java Script. Must have experience with Agile development environment. Any experience with Angular JS framework knowledge would be very handy. Required knowledge and experience: • Significant experience with building, launching and managing simple and complex websites on the Adobe Experience Manager platform • Expert knowledge of web-based technologies: HTTP / HTTPS, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Less, JQuery, Angular • A passion for technology and up-to-date with trends, new languages and design approaches in the IT space. • Experienced in designing scalable solutions, write efficient code, optimizing performance and debugging issues. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, dynamic environment . • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences, both technical and non-technical. Formal education or equivalent: • Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or IT related field • Higher degree desirable This is a 6 month contract assignment in Brighton Sussex. Please send your to us in Word format urgently.
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Senior Software Developers/Engineers with Python, Terraform and Go

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£500
London, England, United Kingdom
Senior Software Developers/Engineers with Python, Terraform and Go Our Client is looking to recruit brilliant Software Developers/Engineers with upwards of 7 to 10 years solid proven track record of developing complex applications with Python coupled with Machine Learning and ideally Go. We’re looking to recruit initially 2 excellent Software Engineers to work with an existing team of 4 software developers on a very large strategic consulting engagement. Must be 100% trustworthy with real integrity – this is a highly sensitive project. Key skills Python Machine Learning ideally Terraform Go programming language If you are excellent with developing software with C++ and/or C# etc… then you can easily learn Go. Excellence is vital. Ideally have security clearance. Duration for this assignment will be 3 to 6 months initially with possibility of the role becoming permanent at some point in the future. The Client has offices in Central London and the project is based in Oxford - and are happy with remote working for the foreseeable future. They are absolutely committed to family-friendly operations with diversity & work-life balance. Daily rate for this assignment will be dependent on your expertise – but will be in the range £500 to £2000 per day. Please note we really are looking for the best software developers – the cream of the crop – or crème de la crème . Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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Endur BA / Developer

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12 months
SW1A 2AH, London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Required: Endur BA / Developer Location: 2 days onsite per week Canary Wharf, London, rest remote Duration: 12 month initial contract Ir35 Status: Inside * Understanding of settlements process in Endur * Settlement desktop set up * Understanding of Deal life cycle and ETRM interfaces * Very strong sql skills * .Net Endur developers * Templates and generation scripts and ability to write open components * Crystal templates 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.
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Tech Architect Lead PHP Back-end Developer

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£60k-65k
City of London, England, United Kingdom
Tech Architect Lead PHP Back-end Developer Our Client is a boutique software development company specializing in the development of a retail systems platform You must at least 5 to 10 years software development using PHP and MySQL ideally on Linux environment. Whilst you would still be expected to do development work, the Client requires you to get involved in: spec writing, assisting PMs with project planning, code reviews, architecture overview implementation You may already be a Lead Developer/Development Manager etc. with full leadership over a development team. The Client is looking to pay circa up to £65K p.a (with flexibility on salary for the right person) The role will be based in the City London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format.
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Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer - Reading

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£300-500
Reading, England, United Kingdom
Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer We urgently require a Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of working Liferay and Java. The project involves a Liferay DXP Upgrade. You will be involved in the technical discussions to how best to change current hooks in 6.2 in a way that can easily be migrated to Liferay DXP. There will also be some technical consultancy required to define strategy and approach for content migration and content structure. The following are some elements of what will be required: script to migrate snippet portlet preferences to Liferay Content template to display the migrated content via Liferay content portlet automatic replacement of the existing snippet portlet with a Liferay content portlet displaying appropriate content. Additionally part of the project will contain department knowledge transfer and training on best practise use of Liferay DXP to include: Deployment workstation/developer environment setup dependency management continuous integration This is a 6 month contract assignment. Will be based in Reading. Please send your CV to us in Word format along daily rate and availability.
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Front and Backend C# Dot Net Javascript Software Developer with Umbraco

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£55k-65k
West Ham, England, United Kingdom
Front and Backend C# Dot Net Javascript Software Developer with Umbraco Our Client is an established leader in the travel industry. They are looking to recruit a Full Stack Dot Net Software Developer to work on a major transformation programme for this award-winning Luxury Travel Company. Projects will include designing and implementing web based tools to automate operational tasks and improve accuracy of pricing and management information and web site enhancements. We are seeking an individual who is looking to take on the technical design and implementation of technical solutions for the business. The Client works with a number of third party suppliers and the candidate will also liaise and work closely with our vendors to help deliver solutions, as required. Depending on your expertise you will have the opportunity to take on the management of projects involving multiple stakeholders and vendors. You will be responsible for: Design and implementation of web based tools to automate a variety of business processes Implementation of enhancements to the company website (built on Umbraco) Interfacing with business systems and data warehouse to implement the required functionality Analysing and identifying ways to automate processes working alongside the business lead Designing and validating the technical suitability of proposed solutions including database design and software approaches proposed by vendors Taking on complex business change projects that involve multiple stakeholders and suppliers Potential for managing suppliers tightly to ensure delivery of our requirements within budget and on time Risk and issue management to ensure a pro-active approach is taken to managing these Skills and Experience: The Client would ideally like to see some experience with specific retail Travel Industry domain knowledge Track record of delivering projects involving in-house resources and/or third party suppliers Ability to design and architect technical solutions to complex business problems Full Stack development experience (ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, ReactJS, AngularJS, MS SQL Server) CMS experience e.g. with Umbraco – experience of Umbraco would be a plus Continuous Delivery skills, tools and techniques (e.g. Git, Github, Jenkins, Docker, Vagrant, Chef, Puppet, Selenium, etc.) Familiar with Azure cloud services & setting up/managing resources/deploying apps Experience in implementing business process automation Capable of working with (and developing) multiple (REST) APIs documented with e.g. OpenAPI/swagger PowerBI, PowerQuery, Dax & M Other API messaging formats e.g. JSON, XML, SOAP Experience of structured testing and quality assurance approaches (e.g. Test Driven Development and Behaviour Driven Development) A positive and cooperative individual who will work effectively across departments and within a team Ability to understand and document business requirements This is an exciting new role at this organisation – salary range £50K - £65K. The company is based in London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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Misys Technical Consultant with Java – Birmingham

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£350-450
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Misys Technical Consultant with Java – Birmingham We are looking to recruit a Misys Technical Consultant with at least 2 years experience of working with the Misys Trading Portal. In addition you must have the following development and support skills: Java /JEE Development experience must SQL skills are required, DB2, MS SQL and Oracle must Experience with XML, CSS, JSP, HTML. Must Experience with web development frameworks. Must Experience with JMS, Web Services and Tomcat is desired must Experience with Java Web Start, IBM Websphere, log4j must Understanding of IBM Webpshere, weblogic or Jboss Application servers must End to end configuration with portal and backoffice system desirable Meridian repository configuration experience desirable Test Driven Development experience Banking or finance application development experience an essential This is a 3 to 6 month contract initially. Based in Birmingham. Please send your CV in Word format along daily rate.
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ServiceNow Developer/Configurator (DV cleared, Outside IR35)

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6 months
GU14 7SR, Rushmoor, England, United Kingdom
Role Overview The ServiceNow Developer / Configurator is responsible for configuring, developing, and supporting ServiceNow applications to meet business and technical requirements. This role focuses on building reliable, maintainable, and upgrade-safe solutions using ServiceNow best practices, while collaborating closely with architects, product owners, and stakeholders. The Developer / Configurator plays a key role in delivering platform enhancements, automations, and integrations that improve service delivery and user experience across the organization. Key Responsibilities Configure and develop ServiceNow applications in alignment with approved solution designs and architectural standards. Build and maintain platform components such as: Business Rules Client Scripts UI Policies Script Includes Flows and Workflows Configure ServiceNow modules such as ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CSM, SecOps, GRC, or SPM as required. Implement forms, lists, catalogs, and portal components to support business processes. Develop and support integrations using REST and SOAP APIs, MID Servers, and data imports. Ensure all configurations and customizations are upgrade-safe and adhere to platform best practices. Support testing activities, including unit testing, system testing, and UAT defect resolution. Troubleshoot and resolve platform defects, performance issues, and user-reported incidents. Maintain technical documentation for developed solutions and configurations. Collaborate with architects and senior developers during design reviews and sprint planning. Participate in platform upgrades, patching, and release management activities. Required Skills & Experience Hands-on experience developing and configuring ServiceNow in a professional environment. Strong understanding of ServiceNow scripting and configuration, including JavaScript fundamentals. Experience working with core ServiceNow development tools and features, including: Flow Designer Service Catalog CMDB and Discovery (where applicable) Familiarity with ServiceNow security concepts such as roles, ACLs, and data protection. Experience working in Agile / Scrum delivery teams. Ability to interpret functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions 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.
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Software Engineer with Dot .net and Azure Devops

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£300-450
London, England, United Kingdom
Dot .net Software Engineer with Azure Devops Our Client is an international company who are looking to recruit a Lead Software Developer with Dot net technology coupled with SQL Server and Azure and Devops. You must have at least 5 years solid expertise in software engineering using .net Core. The following are the key skills that the Client will require: Proficient in .Net Core, ASP.Net Core. C#, WPF, Web API, WCF, SQL Server (T-SQL), PowerShell, HTML, JavaScript Should have working knowledge on Azure Service Bus and Rabbit MQ Proficient in CI/CD and release management using Azure pipeline (Infrastructure as Code using ARM templates). Should have experience in the implementation of microservice/micro database projects. Good working knowledge of Azure cloud services and moving on-prem applications to the Cloud. Should have good knowledge of PowerShell, Reporting Services (SSRS) Good knowledge about Containerization (Kubernetes/Docker). The duration of this assignment will be between 6 to 12 months. The position will be based in Victoria London albeit remote for the next few weeks. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.
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D365 Developer - Outside IR35 / Remote

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6 months
£475-500
SW1A 2AH, London, England, United Kingdom
Remote
Dynamics D365 Developer - Outside IR35 / Remote A number of D365 Developers are required. You will have extensive experience to customise and development of D365 CE/CRM capabilities. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and implement solutions within the Dynamics 365 ecosystem while integrating with Azure services and other third-party applications. Skills: - D365 CE / CRM - .Net, C#, Javascript, TypeScript - Experience developing PCF components and plugins. - Integrating Azure Functions, Service Bus, and other Azure resources. - Experience in RESTful API development and integration with third-party services. - Familiarity with Power Automate, Logic Apps, and Dataverse Web API. The role is for 3 months initially with further 3-6 month extensions highly likely. This is a home based role with ad hoc travel to London every 3 months. It is outside IR35. To be considered please send your CV over. 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.
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Oracle Fusion Recruitment & Learning Functional Consultant

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6 months
RH11 9YA, Crawley, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Oracle Fusion Recruitment & Learning Functional Consultant 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid - Remote/onsite in Crawley Rate: £Market rates - p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Oracle Fusion Recruitment & Learning Functional Consultant to join the team. We are looking for a mid-level Oracle Fusion HCM Functional Consultant with expertise in Recruiting (ORC) and Learning Management (OLC) modules to provide production support and deliver minor enhancements for a leading travel industry client. The role involves troubleshooting, configuration changes, and ensuring smooth operations of recruitment and learning processes. Key Responsibilities: * Provide L2/L3 functional support for Oracle Recruiting Cloud and Learning modules. * Analyze and resolve issues related to candidate lifecycle, requisitions, offers, approvals, and career site branding. * Support Learning module activities: course setup, offerings, enrollments, notifications, and compliance tracking. * Perform minor configuration changes (e.g., workflows, templates, notifications) based on business requests. * Assist with quarterly patch testing, regression testing, and feature opt-in analysis. * Develop and maintain OTBI/BI Publisher reports for recruiting and learning analytics. * Collaborate with technical teams for integrations and data fixes (HDL, HCM Extracts). * Document changes, update configuration workbooks, and provide knowledge transfer to business users. * Ensure compliance with travel industry regulations and data privacy standards. Key Skills & Experience: * Hands-on experience in: o ORC: requisitions, CSW, offers, templates, approvals. o OLC: courses, offerings, specializations, notifications. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for production support. * Familiarity with HDL, OTBI, BI Publisher, and HCM Extracts. * Good understanding of quarterly updates and regression testing. * Excellent communication and documentation skills. * Oracle certifications in Recruiting and Learning. * Experience in travel industry HR processes. * Basic knowledge of OIC integrations and REST APIs.. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. 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.
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Backend developer

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3 months
Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom
ROLE IS REMOTE Languages & frameworks: JavaScript, Spring Boot. * API & microservices: RESTful API design, API management, microservices architecture, EKS (Kubernetes), Containerisation (Docker). * Integration: back end layers, Kafka event management, NoSQL (MongoDB/Document DB). * Security: IDAM/IdP, SSO, RBAC, SSL/TLS, KMS, Graph API * Cloud operability: AWS telemetry and monitoring. * Tooling & delivery: Jira, Confluence, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines. Desirable skills (nice to have) * Caching & sessions: Redis; session management via Kong. * Networking: VPC, VPN for secure connectivity. * Realtime comms: SignalR or equivalent. Experience profile * Proven delivery of backend services at scale using JavaScript, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and event driven integrations on AWS. * Should have knowledge in Kubernetes & Containerisation of Applications (primarily using Docker). * Strong experience embedding security, observability, and automation into the development lifecycle. * Track record of CI/CD discipline and Git best practices. * Collaboration in multi disciplinary teams to meet DWP standards for security, performance, and reliability. 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 10 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.
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Data Engineer with SSIS and SSAS

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£55k-70k
London, England, United Kingdom
Database Engineer with SQL Server and SSIS Our Client is a bank based in Central London who are looking to recruit a Database Engineer with the ability to work with SSIS. You must have solid expertise of at least 5 years experience of working with MS SQL Server and SSIS – SSIS is very important for this position. Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) Must have solid experience of working with SSIS and building data warehouses and some knowledge of reporting using SSRS. The Client is a Bank based in the Central London. This is a 12 month FTC position with a salary of circa £55K - £70K. You will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.
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Fullstack with C# Dot net HTML Web Software Developer

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£50k-70k
Basildon, England, United Kingdom
Fullstack with C# Dot net HTML Web Software Developer Our Client is leader in the development of software for the financial sector. We are looking for a creative, detail-orientated Web Developer to join our Web Development team. You must have at least 5 years experience of working as a Fullstack Web Software Developer with C# Dot Net HTML and CSS. Within the Web Development team, you will have the opportunity to enjoy working with a range of web technology across the full stack. Our client base is growing and as part of this growth we are looking to improve and enhance our web-oriented product offerings. We are looking to recruit highly motivated and creative web developers who can be instrumental in delivering an ambitious digital roadmap. Previous Experience/Education: Web Developers don’t always need industry-specific work experience, but they must be able to demonstrate their web coding capability in organisations of a similar size and complexity. Ideally, we are looking for Web Developers with five plus years work experience. Additionally, candidates should be experienced in debugging and profiling applications associated with developing, testing and deploying web applications. It is preferable for Web Developers to hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Successful Web Developers should have sound knowledge and experience in different programming applications. C#, Asp.net/Core, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MVC and JSON are required core skills. Role Function: Candidates should be able to demonstrate strong ability to work independently and as part of a team building websites from the ground up in C#, MVC, Asp.net and Asp.net core. The successful candidate should have a good command of C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON & Bootstrap. Exposure to any UI binding framework such as Vue.js, AngularJS, React, and Knockout would be beneficial. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable using IIS. Full understanding of the MVC pattern, REST APIs and asp.net controllers are a must. Web developers should be aware of security vulnerabilities, such as those identified in OWASP, and their code should mitigate these threats. Knowledge Required: Web Developers will need experience in the design, creation and maintenance of websites across multiple platforms as follows: Writing efficient code using best practice for software development Creating websites using different languages such as HTML and CSS Working with Programmers and Web Designers to create a website that matches the visual design intent Communicating with business colleagues to gather and refine requirements and specifications for content development within agreed-upon timelines Researching a variety of software programs Creating and maintaining the documentation for software used Improving and enhancing websites after they have been created Skills Required: A successful Web Developer candidate will have various prerequisite skills/qualifications needed for duties such as a Degree in Computer Science or related field). Some skills include, but are not limited to, the following: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain close working relationships with business stakeholders and other technologists A pro-active approach with a keen attention to detail Proactive with a keen desire to take ownership of projects Functional knowledge and coding experience Basic knowledge of search engine optimisation (SEO) The ability to multitask within the budgets and time constraints set by the company Strong communication and problem-solving skills An understanding of development approaches and methods Knowledge of mobile applications, computer operating systems and web browsers Strong analytical skills The Client provides highly configurable enterprise software solutions to leading companies within the insurance sector. Working with our Client you will become part of a close-knit team dedicated to providing tools to improve our clients’ businesses. Currently 3 days WFH and 2 days in the office (Mondays & Wednesdays). The position will be based close to Basildon in Essex. The salary for this role will be in the range £50K - £70K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.
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Snr Platform Engineer

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M6 7WQ, Salford, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
HE sector is seeking an experienced Senior Platform Engineer with excellent Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) expertise to support and evolve the university's cloud platform services. This role is critical in enabling secure, scalable, and resilient platforms for teaching, learning, research, and administrative systems. You will work closely with academic researchers, application teams, and central IT to deliver reliable cloud platforms that support student systems, research workloads, and institutional data, while ensuring compliance with higher education security and governance standards. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities * Design, build, and maintain OCI-based cloud platforms supporting HE systems, research computing, and student-facing services. * Architect and manage OCI networking including VCNs, subnets, DRGs, Load Balancers, VPN/FastConnect, and network security controls. * Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to ensure consistency, repeatability, and auditability. * Enable platforms for research workloads, including data-intensive and high-performance computing use cases (where applicable). * Collaborate with academic faculties, research groups, and IT teams to deliver fit-for-purpose cloud solutions. * Implement and enforce cloud security, governance, and compliance, including IAM, compartment design, data protection, and tagging standards. * Support DevOps and CI/CD practices to enable application development teams across the university. * Monitor platform performance, availability, and costs, ensuring effective cost control and budget transparency. * Provide advanced troubleshooting and incident support for critical university systems. * Document platform standards, architectures, and operational procedures. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to skills development within the university IT team. * Participate in On-Call support and planned maintenance activities as required. ________________________________________ Essential Skills & Experience * Minimum 5+ years of proven industry experience in Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering. * Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) in production environments. * Solid experience with: o OCI Compute, Storage (Block, Object, File), and Networking o OCI IAM, Compartments, Policies, Security Lists, and NSGs * Strong proficiency in GITLAB & Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code tools. * Strong Linux systems administration experience. * Oracle Database awareness / experience. * Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (OCI OKE desirable). * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tooling. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support diverse stakeholders, including academic and administrative users. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ________________________________________ Desirable / Nice to Have * OCI certifications (e.g., OCI Architect Professional). * Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment. * Exposure to research computing, data platforms, or HPC workloads. * Knowledge of security, privacy, and compliance frameworks relevant to universities. * Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments.

Frequently asked questions about working as a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...)

What is the role of a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...)

The database developer administers and manages the databases of their clientele with the aim of having efficient information structuring.

How much does a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...) charge

Initially, a database developer can expect an annual salary of £25,000. However, over the years, the profession allows for acquiring more substantial skills and developing experience. As a result, a database developer's salary can reach £50,000 per year, especially if they have obtained certain certifications and specializations. On average, a database developer charges 400 euros per day in the provinces, and 500 euros in the Paris region.

What is the definition of a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...)

The database developer is a key player in a company. Indeed, data is now a fundamental pillar, synonymous with performance or lack thereof for a company. The primary mission of the database developer is to properly organize information so that each user can have content consistency. In this sense, the developer gathers a set of data from their clients that they structure in one or several databases. It's an IT profession requiring excellent organizational skills and constant monitoring to ensure that the database is systematically accessible. Moreover, the database developer advises their clients on software choices and tools to deploy to ensure functional and fast access.

What type of mission can a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...) handle

As its name suggests, this IT profession involves daily handling of data of varying significance depending on the company's size. Indeed, data plays a major role within a company, so it is necessary that these different data sets are kept up to date, managed efficiently, and systematically accessible to the relevant people. When the database developer comes into play, they monitor the evolution of this various data and implement solutions so that potential growth does not disrupt information accessibility. In parallel, each user must be able to access this information at any time. On a daily basis, the job requires structuring this information according to client requirements. All data is then grouped in a database specifically designed to distribute information to the right person. The database developer is responsible for verifying the proper functioning of the database by ensuring its consistency and accessibility on a daily basis.

What are the main skills of a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...)

• Demonstrate rigor and patience to ensure proper data structuring. • Be able to work independently. • Good interpersonal skills remain required for teamwork. • Management ability remains essential for proper database organization. • Excellent computer literacy and constant monitoring to stay informed of latest developments. • In parallel, computer knowledge and natural curiosity. • Obviously, mastery of various systems and tools related to database management.

What is the ideal profile for a Database Developer (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle...)

• The profile of a data manager requires mastery of various tools for daily database management. As such, it is necessary to work with technical teams while also being able to work independently. • Additional general knowledge remains valuable, as does having a good level of English, since many tools operate in Shakespeare's language. • Management abilities, organization, autonomy, and rigor are also valued qualities in the profile of a database developer.
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