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Solutions Architect Designer Our Client a Telecoms company is looking to recruit a seasoned professional who has at least 5 to 10 years experience as a Solutions Architect Designer. You will be involved in developing and implementing systems architecture designs that will meet business needs. The Solution Designer’s responsibilities include designing innovative solutions based on business requirements, creating functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place in order to identify areas in need of improvement, and overseeing development teams. Participating and leading on projects where analysis of systems or data requires an in-depth evaluation of complex business process, system process, and industry standards. Designing technology solutions by modelling requirements and applying standard application methodology best practices. Resolving technical problems as they arise. Continually researching current and emerging technologies and proposing changes where needed. Maintain & update Enterprise Architecture documentation. Building and integrating information systems to meet the company’s needs. Assessing the systems architecture currently in place and working with the Enterprise Architect to recommend solutions to improve it. Informing various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented. Assessing the business impact that certain technical choices have. Providing updates to stakeholders on product development processes. Manage Stakeholder expectations regarding appropriate milestones and deadlines. Providing supervision and guidance to development teams. Ensuring IT Security standards are incorporated by design, ensuring compliance to the required standards (ISO27001) and supporting improvement initiatives and protecting the business from risks arising from data loss. To support and contribute actively to health and safety, environmental, business continuity and information security arrangements that meets our obligations to our customers Proven experience in engineering and software solution design. In-depth understanding of integration techniques & modern coding languages Telco Site Management software design/development Integration knowledge(SOAP, Rest API’s). Middleware Biztalk Data Warehouse design & optimization. ITIL/Remedy experience Experience of using Enterprise Architecture tools. Hons Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Telecommunications or Engineering. Togaf certification. Knowledge of Cloud architectures. The Client is located close to Reading – so ideally you will be living within 60 minutes commuting distance. You will be working from home remotely for 2 to 3 days a week – and/or working from the office 2 days a week. The salary for this role will be in the range £75K - £90K plus benefits. Do send your CV to us for this exciting position in Word format along with your salary and availability.

BY WMS Engineer / BY WMS Senior Engineer 6 Month contract initially Location: Hybrid - Max 2 days p/w onsite in London or Castle Donington 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 BY WMS Engineer / BY WMS Senior Engineer to join the team. As a Senior BY Dispatcher WMS Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our warehouse operations, playing a pivotal role in optimizing our warehouse management system for efficiency and accuracy. Leveraging your deep expertise in WMS systems, you will design, build implement, and continuously enhance our systems to ensure seamless coordination of inbound and outbound logistics. Your responsibilities will include configuring WMS, overseeing system integration, monitoring real-time data flows, and troubleshooting any issues to maintain uninterrupted operations. Your role requires a keen eye for detail, a strong problem-solving mindset, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance warehouse productivity and meet customer demands. Join us in revolutionizing our warehouse operations and contributing to our organization's growth and success Key Responsibilities: * Assessing client business requirements and opportunities * Leading design, configuration, and implementation of JDA Warehouse Management Systems * Analyzing and optimizing components of the solution to take advantage of best practices. * Work with all appropriate parties to effectively estimate project timelines and deliverables. * Recognizing and highlighting incremental improvement opportunities with existing clients * Writing functional specifications for modification, interface, report, and label requirements * Authoring and/or reviewing system and procedural documentation throughout the project. * Design and Development of configuration changes over BY WMS system as per requirement. * Engineer software changes (new features) to satisfy customer requirements. * Engineer fixes to resolve software defects. * Design technical solutions based on customer specification document. * Create and execute test plans to verify software quality. Document test results. * Provide regular updates on progress to lead engineer and/or project manager. * Contribute in daily stand-up meetings with project teams. * CI/CD Jenkins and Pipeline management of the BY WMS is most welcome Key Skills: * Configure and optimize BY/JDA WMS Dispatcher components using strong product knowledge, industry best practices, and performance enhancement techniques. * Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of Blue Yonder (JDA) Warehouse Management System (WMS) solutions based on client business requirements. * Engineer new features and system enhancements to meet evolving customer needs, including design and development of configuration changes within the WMS. * Upgrade WMS Dispatcher to the latest versions (2024 and above) and ensure compatibility, stability, and optimal performance post upgrade. * Analyze and optimize WMS components to improve efficiency, reliability, and operational performance. * Develop technical solutions based on functional and customer specification documents, ensuring alignment with business goals. * Write comprehensive functional specifications for system modifications, interfaces, reports, and label requirements. * Develop and deliver defect fixes in a timely manner, ensuring minimal business disruption. * Create and execute detailed test plans, thoroughly document results, and ensure high-quality software delivery. * Contribute actively to project ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, cross-functional discussions, and design reviews. * Provide regular progress updates to lead engineers, project managers, and key stakeholders. * Assess client business needs, identify improvement opportunities, and propose effective solutions to enhance customer value. * Estimate project timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements in collaboration with project stakeholders. * Recognize and highlight continuous improvement and value add opportunities for existing clients. * Author and review system documentation and procedural guides throughout the project lifecycle to ensure knowledge continuity and clarity. * Utilize strong PL/SQL and Shell scripting expertise to support system configuration, automation, and troubleshooting. * Azure Cloud Technology knowledge * React JS, Java, Python experience. * Power BI and JasperSoft Reports development. * Warehouse Automation Experience such as SSI, Dematic, Beumer, KNAPP * CI/CD Jenkins and Pipeline management of the BY WMS is most welcome. * Experience in any other WMS like BY WMS Cognitive, Manhattan, Oracle 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.

Database Engineer with SQL Server SSIS, SSRS and C# .net asp.net 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 with SSIS SSRS and SSAS Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) Any experience of developing with C# .net and asp.net would be very useful 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.

A Junior Test Engineer plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality software by working closely with experienced test professionals to develop core testing skills and knowledge. In this role, you will proactively collaborate with team members and stakeholders to understand requirements and contribute to the planning, design, and execution of comprehensive testing activities. This includes both functional and non‑functional testing across applications and infrastructure, delivered within Agile and Waterfall environments. Through hands‑on involvement and continuous learning, the Junior Test Engineer helps ensure that products meet expected standards of functionality, reliability, and user experience. Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to: Contribute to and maintain technical test suites under supervision Follow engineering practices and standards to apply test approaches, plans and strategies under supervision Analyse artefacts such as user stories, prototypes, processes and designs with support Support the development of reports, recording of outcomes and resolution of defects Understand the technical tooling and engineering approach to design and execute tests For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

DevOps Architect with AWS - Leeds Serve as an AWS specialist, consult and provide technical guidance on AWS design, governance, performance, scalability, security, operations and cost control best practices to ensure we maximize our AWS investment Work with our partners in IT and the business to guide the architecture and high level solutioning of new products and services so that they operate excellently Assess our cloud maturity, review existing AWS cloud implementations, identify gaps and suggest improvements to improve our cloud maturity horizons Work as part of a team on larger solutions, providing technical support as requested, for internal and external Team members to meet delivery timescales Map the state of products today, and their path over the next 3-5 years to support EOL and EOS risk mitigation Support the DevOps teams who run the existing applications to improve our technical maturity levels, as well as the availability, functionality, performance, security and cost of running those applications Guide the depreciation and removal of outdated technologies and practices across the business to minimize risk Guide the adoption of new technologies and practices across the business to maximize our technological advantage Define, refine, automate and improve our processes so that as a company we’re more efficient, effective, safe and secure Promote a continuous, automated, and feedback-driven route to Production for product changes Keep up-to-date with current and future technologies, products and strategies Education: BS/MS degree in Computer Science or 4-8 years related experience AWS Certification(s) such as Solutions Architect Pro, DevOps Engineer Pro, SysOps Admin, Developer Associate. Skills Producing technical artefacts and documenting the As-Is and To-Be states Devising the best cost optimization solutions and following best practices for cloud services Defining standards and cross product patterns to improve our consistency across a wide landscape of existing and new products. Security awareness and experience, with a “security by design” mindset Agile development techniques and Project management (SCRUM, KANBAN etc.) Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with individuals (internal and external) at all levels Ability to work effectively within a team and autonomously with minimal supervision The ability to support people through change A strong problem solver and a self-starter with a ‘can do’ attitude. You have a good technical knowledge of IT architectures, Infrastructure, Cloud deployments, software engineering lifecycles, DevOps tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform), microservices, CI/CD In-depth understanding of cloud networking, infrastructure and security concepts Strong scripting/automation skills (Bash, Python, Powershell, or similar) Good understanding of managing environments via Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Knowledge of IP networking, VPN's, DNS, load balancing and firewalls. Understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA and REST) Azure DevOps Pipelines JIRA & Confluence Experience with the full software development lifecycle and delivery using Agile practices 3+ years of architecting and delivering public cloud solutions, particularly around AWS 5+ years of production experience within AWS Experience designing, implementing and operating large scale SaaS products Experience implementing and designing cloud native security concepts, DevSecOps, or MLOps. Hands-on experience with microservices and distributed application architecture, such as containers, Kubernetes, and/or serverless technology. Proficient in leveraging CI/CD tools to automate testing and deployment An expert who can create tooling and automation which improve developer experiences and speed of delivery. The salary for this position is circa £70K - £80K plus excellent benefits package The Client is global operation with offices in Leeds – this position will be hybrid. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

As Principal Technical Architect, you’ll be the driving force behind defining and embedding architectural strategy, ensuring it’s not only well-crafted but consistently delivered. In this leadership role, you’ll influence, engage and advise teams (engineering and architecture), making enterprise-wide technology decisions that shape national capability. With a primary focus on apps, you’ll address design, development, enterprise CI/CD, tooling and product selection, overseeing delivery when required. You’ll also manage the architecture and migration to cloud-based providers, such as AWS, Azure and Oracle. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in a senior leadership position, supporting our mission to provide strategic advantage and capability for Defence, through rapid and effective software delivery, based on clear prioritisation and agile practices. Responsibilities Set technical direction and make enterprise-level decisions on digital technologies, and product selections that drive integration and alignment with the overarching architectural vision and business requirements. Plan and deliver a prioritised schedule of work, using agile methodologies, securing agreement from stakeholders and ensuring all technical architecture artefacts are captured and maintained, within relevant repositories. Serve as a Service Assessor, evaluating internal and cross-government services to ensure compliance with the service standard and alignment with architectural principles. Promote re-use and scalability across Defence, driving integration by default and reducing duplicate technologies, to support sustainability and value for money. Lead, inspire and influence engineering and architecture teams to deliver high-quality outputs, aligned with strategic priorities. Role model and champion product and service delivery, using agile user centred design methodologies, helping Defence modernise its delivery practices.

Director of ERP and CRM MS Dynamics 365 - London Our Client is looking to recruit The Director of ERP and CRM is a senior member of the IT leadership team and reports to the Senior Director of Business Applications. You must have expert level experience of MS Dynamics 365 F & O coupled with MS Dynamics 365 CRM. Must have over 5 years proven track record of working with MS Dynamics 365 F & O coupled with MS Dynamics 365 CRM and ERP applications. They will be responsible for managing MS Dynamics 365 F&O, MS D365 CRM, all associated independent software package integrated to MS D365 F&O and MS D365 CRM and legacy ERP applications (Navision, DataFlo). The successful candidate will have experience working with senior management to collaborate on business objectives and solutions. They must have strong leadership skills to build and manage an effective team of analysts and developers to support the business's systems and reporting requirements. This position will be a key business partner to functions across the organization. Their team will support business application users globally and provide support with local and remote support teams. Responsibilities: Partner with the functional leaders and their organizations to create Dynamics365 F&O and CRM roadmaps. Oversee the successful implementation of the ERP and CRM roadmap and portfolio of projects, either directly or in conjunction with the IT PMO, that is aligned integrated with Company short term and long-term goals Establish and lead the creation of technical SOPs and work instructions Organize and lead a highly technical global team for scale and growth Specify and implement standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the quality, efficiency, and reliability of business applications Implement CSI's technology risk management framework, including Information security, privacy, and disaster recovery. Foster a culture of trusted partnership, service, and continuous improvement Establish and meet service level commitments to support reliable and efficient daily operations Managing significant capital and operating budgets Lead and coach the ERP and CRM team to their full potential and develop their careers Support and drive process change and communication in line with Dynamics365 F&O and CRM best practice Coordinate and contribute to end-user training, including the development of system documentation and training materials Assist with functional specifications of customizations and integrations required for Dynamics365 F&O and CRM implementations Provide pre-go-live and post-go-live end-user support Serve as the lead MS Dynamics 365 F&O and MS Dynamics CRM technical expert on the development team Take responsibility for the customized unit programming and overall system functionality Work with the Project Managers, Business Analyst and Consultants to understand the business/application requirements of the assigned task Take responsibility for delivering development tasks within agreed budgets and timelines Creation of technical documentation for all customizations and integrations Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and capabilities: Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal and communication skills. Success managing complex systems implementation projects Functional knowledge of MS Dynamics 365 F&O capabilities for finance, manufacturing, and supply chain Functional knowledge of MS Dynamics D365 CRM capabilities for the prospect to order, marketing, and field service Experience integrating ISVs with D365 Experience with connecting MS Dynamics D365 with Azure data lake Expertise in understanding complex technology & applying it in a practical way to create business solutions Minimum Experience: Bachelors or advanced degree in an analytic discipline such as engineering, economics, or information management Experience designing and presenting IT solutions In-depth knowledge of MS Dynamics D365 F&O and CRM (CE), including LCS, DevOps, BYOD, Dual-Write (DataVerse), RSAT SOX, HIPAA & GDPR knowledge preferred Senior-level application management experience (12+ years) 12+ years of people management 2+ years in a large international company preferred Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple demands Proven ability to write effective system and process documentation –including business and system requirements, process diagrams, and data flow charts Exceptional customer service skills follow up with clients and team members and takes the initiative to anticipate and solve problems Effective time management skills Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives with a minimum of supervision Ability to handle and resolve conflict Salary for this role will be in the range £100K - £150K or $140K - $210K plus benefits. The position will be based in Trumbull CT USA or Kings Cross London – with remote working until the pandemic is resolved. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Role Overview The Solution Architect is responsible for technical leadership, architectural design, and the end to end delivery of functionality within an agile development environment. The role requires strong experience across distributed teams, sprint planning, high performance application development, and ensuring adherence to coding, design, and architectural standards. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Leadership & Agile Delivery * Foster teamwork, set technical direction, and ensure alignment with program guidelines. * Develop sprint work plans aligned to release roadmaps and functional epics. * Track sprint progress and ensure timely delivery of planned work. * Facilitate daily stand ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies. * Review user stories with Business Analysts and Business Owners to plan future sprints. * Identify risks, obstacles, and changes to scope or schedule; escalate appropriately. * Collaborate with the Scrum Master to improve team velocity and drive continuous improvement. * Assist with budget forecasting, resource planning, and estimation. * Coordinate resource utilisation and identify opportunities for resource sharing across teams. * Maintain detailed resource plans for all sprints within a release cycle. * Support pre sales and sales teams with technical expertise, customer demos, and solution validation. ________________________________________ Technical Architecture & Design * Create application designs including database architecture, service/API design, and performance considerations. * Maintain architectural oversight across all sprint and release deliverables. * Define and enforce coding standards, implementation patterns, and quality guidelines. * Work with architects and developers to establish frameworks and reusable components. * Identify key design and implementation decisions to minimise technical risk. ________________________________________ Development Leadership * Operate as a lead developer when required, performing code reviews and ensuring best practices. * Provide story point estimates and contribute to backlog refinement. * Ensure proper usage of code repositories and agile tools as per program standards. * Verify implementation of test cases and ensure unit test coverage targets are met. * Collaborate with QA teams to identify and implement automation opportunities. * Track defects and promote a culture of quality within the team. * Assist with transitioning releases to production support teams and support priority production issues. Required Skills & Experience * Prior experience as a software development lead for large scale, high performance transactional web applications. * Strong hands on experience with Java, JavaScript, Maven, and SQL (8-10 years). * Proven experience designing web applications and service oriented platforms. * Expertise with API and RESTful service design and integration. * Minimum 5 years of experience working with distributed teams. * Minimum 5 years working within agile Scrum environments. * Strong leadership, communication, and problem solving skills with a track record of ownership and delivery. * Experience with design patterns, scalable architecture, and performance optimisation. * Experience in data modelling and metadata schema definition (5 years). * Familiarity with architectural governance and security reviews. * Experience with agile tools such as JIRA, Rally, TFS, or VersionOne. * Mastery of Git, Subversion, and Artifactory repositories. * Production support experience. * Bachelor's degree required; Master's in a relevant field (Business, Library, or Computer Science) is beneficial. * Willingness to travel up to 10%. Desirable Skills & Technologies * Experience with Tomcat, Apache Solr, VMware, Oracle or similar technologies. * Prior involvement with enterprise scale platforms or large multi team delivery programs 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.

Your transferable skills and experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of contract negotiation Stakeholder management skills Business risk management skills Key Responsibilities Design and Development: Design, build, and deploy automation solutions that integrate AI/ML models into existing systems and workflows. Process Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify opportunities for automation and define requirements. Coding and Programming: Develop automation scripts and build pipelines for data ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering, often using languages like Python, Java, or R. Testing and Maintenance: Conduct extensive testing, troubleshoot issues, monitor system performance and accuracy, and apply updates or improvements as needed. Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software developers, and IT teams, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of AI solutions. Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain clear technical documentation and generate reports on performance metrics and potential for further optimization. Knowledge of and experience in Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, C#, R). Experience with ML frameworks/libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and MLOps practices. Knowledge of automation tools (RPA software like UiPath, or orchestration tools like Airflow, Kubeflow). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to bridge technical and non-technical teams. Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving technology. 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.

Technical Project Manager – Bank – Central of London As the Technical Project Manager, you play an integral role in a high performing team to deliver technical projects on time, to budget and that achieve both the project objectives and increase internal customer satisfaction. This is a hybrid role where you apply your technical expertise in either software development or IT infrastructure projects. At times, you might need to chip in on business requirement scoping and technical delivery to get the project across the line. You leverage your project management expertise and adept communication skills to lead the end-to-end project lifecycle and by doing so, you directly shape the success of IT projects, and therefore our business. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining high performance levels for service-related processes, and implementing improvement activities wherever necessary Taking ownership of critical risks and issues, coordinating resolution with all appropriate constituents, and establishing effective communication between stakeholders Developing a deep understanding of projects to gain insights into the scope of service delivery Manage metrics reporting and analysis of business demand against capacity constraints Manage the development and delivery of IT products utilizing Scrum and Kanban methodologies Focus on the constant improvement of quality, speed and ensuring the team learns and gets better each sprint. Collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and security teams to comply with established policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements Provide communication and escalation to IT and business area management on critical issues Foster and maintain good working relationships with business area representatives to remain in sync on direction and future delivery requests Key Requirements: Comfortable capturing and challenging briefs to ensure we are delivering the most worthwhile solutions Experience of leading, energising and mentoring project members Experience in IT project delivery including managing all project phases from analysis, design, build, testing, implementation and hand over to BAU teams. Ability to work to tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure A high level of organisation and demonstrated skills to manage a team’s capacity Comfortable multitasking and prioritising several tasks at once Hard-working with an outgoing and positive nature Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Technical skillsets within IT Infrastructure and Development will be mandatory Technologies: Microsoft based environment including – MS SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, IIS, Symantec, Citrix Network – Cisco, Palo Alto, ForcePoint, Symantec Email Security Programming Language – T-SQL, VB.net, C#, PowerShell, ASP The Client is a bank based in Mayfair London. The salary for this position will be circa £60K - £75K. This is a 12 month FTC position. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

The key responsibilities of the Lead Technical Architect are to: Provide technical leadership in a multi-team environment and using varied solution development lifecycles. Challenge entrenched practices Define clearly as-is and to-be architectures proportionate to the requirements of the team and environment. Be responsible for leading the technical design of systems and services, justifying and communicating design decisions Assure other services and system quality, ensuring the technical work fits into the broader strategy for government Explore the benefits of cross-government alignment where feasible Support the development of architectural patterns and roadmaps specific to the projects or services being worked on Contribute to reference architecture models and repository. Provide effective impact assessment of change proposals. Ensure projects and programmes are compliant with strategy and architecture. Assess and communicate the value of the project/programme architecture. In delivering these responsibilities you will be expected to: Build effective relations and engagement with senior management. Provide or oversee the provision of effective technical advice to multiple teams ensuring that solutions adhere to accepted architectural principles. Articulate to a professional standard complex technical idea in clear, informative and accessible language, tailored as necessary for the intended audience. Utilise appropriate methods, techniques and tools for planning, organising, resourcing, directing, co-ordinating and monitoring ongoing activities.

IT Manager Purpose To be part of the IT Leadership Team in Europe focused on education and learning through the delivery of quality IT services and associated support to schools, departments, and associated businesses. This role will manage the IT services and technicians in two of London’s most prestigious and innovative schools. Crucial to this role is the ability to build strong relationships with school leaders, work in the bustling environment of schools, communicate clearly and pro-actively, and lead a team of school-based IT technicians. Key Accountabilities Control and governance of school / businesses IT services ensuring that all infrastructure, hardware, software and cloud services are deployed, managed, maintained, supported and changed effectively. Facilitate Stakeholder Management with business leaders and leadership teams through regular engagement and reporting regarding performance, business requirements and continuous improvement. To manage the on-site 2 line IT Support provided by IT Technicians using the Group ITSM tool and following IT policies, processes, procedures, and standards as deployed in line with the ITIL framework. Leadership of a group of school-based IT technicians. To be the primary IT contact for the leadership teams in your assigned schools and associated business units. Understand the role of technology in the provision of education and learning. Conduct regular school / site inspection to identify weaknesses in technology deployment, improve quality and drive continuous improvement. Conduct a formal service review each term with the school / business unit, present support performance, identify opportunities and risks, and develop areas for improvement and investment. Identify and champion school/business improvement requirements associated with technology, ensuring alignment with Group, Regional and Country Policies and Standards. Attend and represent IT at School, POD, and Regional meetings (Including School Governance in Autumn and Summer Term). Identify, document, and define critical services / processes and associated KPIs to be measured. Create periodic dashboards, scorecards and reports to demonstrate IT performance against SLA / KPI. Define and maintain a list of all IT services and applications in use for allocated schools / business units as part of the IT service catalogue. Maintain site documentation (technical, financial, and legal), ensuring the accuracy of information is preserved, kept up to date, and readily available to colleagues. Plan and manage all changes to IT services to ensure they are approved, deployed effectively, and have appropriate support agreements in place. Manage service problems and customer complaints through to resolution, engaging / updating where required with Executives and School Leadership Team members. Facilitate periodic auditing of all IT hardware, software, services, and user accounts within a school/business unit to ensure accuracy of data held in the ITSM/CMDB. Build, Manage and Develop a team of highly skilled School IT Technicians who work in the allocated schools / business units. Collaborate with the EdTech team to ensure technology and associated support in schools is aligned. Ensure all support incidents and requests allocated to technicians are correctly assigned and prioritised to ensure efficient resolution of 2nd line IT work within agreed SLAs. Provide technical escalation support and/or assist IT colleagues in troubleshooting faults To own and manage all Significant and Major Incidents in your assigned schools / business units; especially communication, incident review and follow up actions. Conduct periodic appraisals of team members, setting objectives, identify areas for development and facilitate training. Implement and monitor the adoption of ITIL process with specific focus on Stakeholder, Incident, Change, Problem and Asset Management. Support and/or manage projects and initiatives as directed by the European IT Director or European IT Service Delivery Manager. IT Management & Leadership IT Support environment (2nd & 3rd line support) ITSM tools and methodology ITIL practice and methodology Team Management (including Matrix Management of staff) Supporting diverse / remote businesses Education or similar sector Windows Desktop & Server MAC Desktop & Server Server Rooms & Cloud Services Device Management (e.g. InTune / JAMF) Network technologies and protocols Cyber Security Business Systems (e.g. Finance, MIS, CRM) Exceptional customer service and communication skills, including written and verbal. Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating effectively and professionally with people at all levels of the organisation. Ability to adjust communication style (especially in terms of language) to impart technical information to non-IT colleagues. Strong leadership ability and team spirit with a can-do attitude. Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to work unsupervised. Must be able to use initiative and work under pressure, consistently employing a customer centric approach. Part of the role will be based on site in Central London for 4 days a week and the remaining day will be remote. The salary for this position if £50K - £55K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Director of IT Engineering Role Expectations The Director of Engineering (DOE) possesses a range of management, technology, and engineering experiences serving as the leader of our engineering department. The DOE is responsible for developing the technological vision for the Company in partnership with other executives; establishing the executive direction related to the technological interests of the Company, how technology is utilized in support of our staff, partners, and customers to help improve and increase business; as well as oversee the effective deployment, implementation, and management of internal engineering operations. The DOE will develop a roadmap and budget to help support technology investments that enable the Company to meet its vision. The DOE is both a strategist and a technologist able to provide high-level strategy guidance to staff, partners, and vendors as well as provide mentorship and instruction to our delivery teams in all aspects of technology implementation. Responsibilities Executive Leadership ● Strategize with CIO and major stakeholders to align the goals of the engineering team with the goals of the Company. ● Provide sound technical leadership in all aspects of the Company business operations ● Advocate and communicate technology and engineering capabilities internally and externally and actively support the company’s business and growth efforts by being the technical subject matter expert ● Establish and nurture relationships with The Company staff, partners, and vendors to demonstrate the Company’s engineering capabilities and help them be more effective and efficient through leveraging technology and engineering ● Provide technical thought leadership for the business, internally among staff and externally across partners and vendors ● Develop the company’s strategy for how technology and engineering will be used and ensure that the technological resources meet the company's short and long-term vision Technical Leadership and Team Management ● Lead and empower The Company’s engineering team to develop strategies for the execution of our work and oversee that those strategies are thoughtfully executed and aligned with The Company’s long-term business strategy and vision ● Serve the go-to person for the escalation of issues affecting engineering and technology teams (and help them navigate solutions) ● Continuously evaluate and improve engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity ● Maintain relevance and up-to-date knowledge on modern technologies and practices to effectively deliver digital services in the art / gallery / museum / auction space ● Triage and problem-solve engineering and technology issues and assist teams in resolution and successfully lead teams to develop risk mitigation and incident management plans ● Audit The Company’s technology usage and ensure technologies are used efficiently and securely ● Develop and implement strategies to mitigate the impact of engineering talent turnover on business continuity and maintain engineering capability resiliency ● Identify, attract, recruit, hire, and on-board experienced and value-aligned engineering personnel ● Mentor, coach, and support teams in the delivery of digital products and services Product Planning and Development ● Work with business and product management to develop and maintain a roadmap and budget for the execution of investments in the technology space in support of The Company’s vision and mission ● Develop and maintain a standardized and efficient SDLC process, including methodologies, best practices, and tools, to ensure consistency and quality throughout the development process ● In collaboration with business and product management, oversee prioritization, project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget ● Collaborate with other stakeholders, including vendors, partners, designers, engineers, contractors, testers, and product managers, to ensure seamless project execution Qualifications ● Proven experience as a Director of Engineering or similar leadership role ● Experience in leading and overseeing development in all aspects of the SDLC using Agile/RAD methodologies ● Experience in designing and scaling out in-house customer relationship management, asset management, and business intelligence (and tangential ERP processes) software(s) ● Strong technical expertise in leading web applications projects built with Python (Django) and Javascript (React), deployed to cloud infrastructure (AWS) ● Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, particularly hiring/managing a remote, cross-functional (including UX designers, product managers, testers), global team ● Excellent project management and organizational skills ● Effective communication and interpersonal skills ● Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities You will have at least 10 to 20 years expertise at this level. The position will be based in Central New York. The salary will be circa $200K - $250K. Do send your CV to us for this exciting new position and include your salary in USD along with your notice period and residential status.

As a Head of Quality you will; Define and execute a long-term quality and testing strategy, ensuring alignment with business and user needs. Work with the Head of Engineering to lead, guide, and influence testing and quality engineering practices across the organisation, ensuring scalable, sustainable, and robust methodologies are in place. Drive the integration of quality practices at every stage of the software development lifecycle to embed a culture of built-in quality. Promote the strategic use of automation, ensuring teams are equipped to implement effective, scalable automation frameworks that support efficient and repeatable testing. Shape and refine testing design principles, governance, metrics, and reporting, ensuring insights are used to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making. Develop capability across the quality profession, mentoring and coaching teams, and supporting their professional growth. Engage with cross-government communities to share knowledge, collaborate on best practices, and contribute to the broader testing strategy within the public sector. Build and maintain a diverse, inclusive culture within the testing profession, ensuring an environment that encourages learning, experimentation, and innovation. Champion a quality-driven mindset, ensuring testing and quality are seen as shared responsibilities across teams. Monitor emerging technologies, tools, and trends, ensuring that the organisation stays at the forefront of quality engineering innovation. Oversee supplier and vendor relationships, ensuring third-party testing services align with organisational goals and quality standards. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply!

Netsuite Solutions Architect – Milton Keynes Our Client is a leading company who are looking to recruit a Solutions Architect with extensive Netsuite OneWorld expertise. You will have a degree in Computer Sciences with additional TOGAF or equivalent certifications. Must have technical working knowledge of NetSuite OneWorld Financials platform, including relevant NetSuite certifications. Ideally have at least 5 to 10 years experience of system design/architecture in cloud-based solutions including a minimum 5 years in NetSuite OneWorld. Multiple Finance ERP systems implementations – in complex Regional or global brown-field environments. Experience of full software delivery lifecycle including capturing business requirements, developing solutions, user testing & training, post go-live support and optimisation. Experience of integrating Finance packages with other strategic solutions including CRM and eCommerce platforms. Experience of and/or qualifications in Project Management methodologies such as Prince 2, PMP, MSP and Agile. In-depth knowledge of MS Office toolset including Excel to an Advanced level. Must be a creative thinker, with the ability to proactively identify areas for potential improvement (process and functionality). Have the ability lead initiatives and solution enhancements. With confidence and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. Ability to translate business/operational requirements into effective and efficient systems solutions. Experience to manage conflicting priorities/complex workload. The NetSuite Solution Architect role will require an in-depth knowledge and use of NetSuite’s OneWorld platform in a complex Regional or preferably Global environment - working with established, ‘brown-field’ operations. To implement NetSuite Order-to-Cash functionality in multiple schools to replace various legacy finance systems Own the design of the solution, working with third party developers to write the required code Work with the data migration specialist to ensure legacy data is migrated correctly Provide initial customer support to the user community immediately after go-live Document the solution and train the Business-as-Usual customer support team who will provide ongoing customer support to the user community Providing support to UAT phases of project to ensure issues are rectified in development environments and updated to deployment documentation and additional testing environments. Updating the solution design with improvements to be implemented at locations currently in scope of work and for future acquired entities on acquisition roadmap. Reviewing existing NetSuite system architecture and customisations Comply with safeguarding policies, procedures and code of conduct Demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and student/colleague wellbeing Ensure that any safeguarding concerns or incidents are reported appropriately in line with policy Engage in safeguarding training when required Netsuite Financials knowledge Strong documentation capability Strong interpersonal skills English as primary language 5+ years solution architect and project delivery experience 5+ years systems implementation Multi-country projects Complex systems You must have extensive experience of all NetSuite financial modules is essential, as is their interfacing with other platforms. Based in Milton Keynes, this role will require an element of global travel. Salary for this role will be based on expertise – in the range of £55K - £70K plus benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary rate along with your availability.

🚨 𝗜'𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿: 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗫/𝗨𝗜 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿 🚨 Location: UK based - occasional travel to London Rate: £490/day (inside IR35) Hours: 35 hours a week Contract: 12-months About the Role: I'm looking for a Senior UX/UI Designer to help modernize design system and typography while delivering high-quality, accessible UI at scale in the medical education sector. You'll work closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and UX colleagues to: ✅ Adopt and implement our new design system, Graphene ✅ Deliver production-ready designs in Figma ✅ Ensure WCAG compliance and visual consistency across millions of pages ✅ Contribute to iterative improvements and new features for global research audiences What I'm looking for: ✔ 4-6 years' experience in UX/UI for content-heavy products ✔ Expert-level Figma skills (component libraries, auto-layout, variants, tokens) ✔ Strong typography and visual design craft ✔ Experience with design systems and accessibility standards Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales