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Liferay with Java Developer - Surrey
Job Description Liferay with Java Developer - Surrey We are looking to recruit a Java Developer with at least 2 to 5 years solid development expertise using Java Enterprise J2EE with Liferay. You will have experience of Designing & Developing Java Enterprise applications - including around 3 years solely in Java Enterprise Portals - like Liferay & WebSphere Portal. You should have experience of working within a team have the ability to lead teams of varying sizes & successfully delivered projects on/before deadline without losing focus on Quality. Experienced in interacting and communicating effectively with Clients and other team members. Executed number of projects using Agile philosophy. This is a permanent position based in Surrey. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £60K + benefits. Send your CV to us in MS Word format.
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Liferay with Java Developer
Job Description Java Developer with Liferay - London We are looking to recruit a Java Developer with at least 2 to 5 years solid development expertise using Java Enterprise J2EE with Liferay. You will have experience of Designing & Developing Java Enterprise applications - including around 3 years solely in Java Enterprise Portals - like Liferay & WebSphere Portal. You should have experience of working within a team have the ability to lead teams of varying sizes & successfully delivered projects on/before deadline without losing focus on Quality. Experienced in interacting and communicating effectively with Clients and other team members. Executed number of projects using Agile philosophy. This is a permanent position based in Stratford London. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £60K + benefits. Send your CV to us in MS Word format.
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Java Middleware Software Developer
Job Description Java Middleware Software Developer Someone who has excellent Java skills, Spring MVC, Apache CXF, Dozer (a fast and flexible framework for mapping back and forth between Java Beans) & XML: • A minimum of 5 years' work experience in Software Development • Experience with implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA) • Designs and develops Enterprise application integration (EAI) using any ESB products like Fuse, Camel, TIBCO, IBM message broker • Designs and develops ESB/SOA/BPM middleware layers using tools like Mule ESB, jBPM • Experienced in J2EE, Java Servlets, JMS, Design Patterns, Web services • Solid hands-on experience in architecting and developing J2EE based web applications (JSP, Servlet, JDBC, JMS, JAXB) • Expert level experience with SOAP and REST web services , open API development, and SOA concepts, using Spring with groovy, XML, JSON, and XSLT • Solid understanding of integration & design patterns • Gain adoption of platform delivery processes, standards and procedures • Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout software development lifecycle (requirements gathering, Proof of Concept (POC) development, RFP creation and evaluation, design, development, implementation and close out) • Experience in Database SQL Queries in Oracle • Experience in Tomcat or WebLogic or Web sphere • Ability to work independently in Agile Methodology (KanBan) • Experience with different open source stacks including build & release processes like Maven, Ant, etc. • Experience in JBOSS EAP or Tomcat or WebLogic or Web sphere,JBOSS EAP The position is based in Stratford East London. The salary for this role will be £40K - £60K. Send your CV to us in Word format.
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Liferay with Java Developer
Job Description Java Developer with Liferay - London We are looking to recruit a Java Developer with at least 2 to 5 years solid development expertise using Java Enterprise J2EE with Liferay. You will have experience of Designing & Developing Java Enterprise applications - including around 3 years solely in Java Enterprise Portals - like Liferay & WebSphere Portal. You should have experience of working within a team have the ability to lead teams of varying sizes & successfully delivered projects on/before deadline without losing focus on Quality. Experienced in interacting and communicating effectively with Clients and other team members. Executed number of projects using Agile philosophy. This is a permanent position based in Stratford London. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £60K + benefits. Send your CV to us in MS Word format.
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Java Middleware Software Developer
Job Description Java Middleware Software Developer Someone who has excellent Java skills, Spring MVC, Apache CXF, Dozer (a fast and flexible framework for mapping back and forth between Java Beans) & XML: • A minimum of 5 years' work experience in Software Development • Experience with implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA) • Designs and develops Enterprise application integration (EAI) using any ESB products like Fuse, Camel, TIBCO, IBM message broker • Designs and develops ESB/SOA/BPM middleware layers using tools like Mule ESB, jBPM • Experienced in J2EE, Java Servlets, JMS, Design Patterns, Web services • Solid hands-on experience in architecting and developing J2EE based web applications (JSP, Servlet, JDBC, JMS, JAXB) • Expert level experience with SOAP and REST web services , open API development, and SOA concepts, using Spring with groovy, XML, JSON, and XSLT • Solid understanding of integration & design patterns • Gain adoption of platform delivery processes, standards and procedures • Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout software development lifecycle (requirements gathering, Proof of Concept (POC) development, RFP creation and evaluation, design, development, implementation and close out) • Experience in Database SQL Queries in Oracle • Experience in Tomcat or WebLogic or Web sphere • Ability to work independently in Agile Methodology (KanBan) • Experience with different open source stacks including build & release processes like Maven, Ant, etc. • Experience in JBOSS EAP or Tomcat or WebLogic or Web sphere,JBOSS EAP The position is based in Stratford East London. The salary for this role will be £40K - £60K. Send your CV to us in Word format.
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Misys Technical Consultant with Java- Birmingham
Job Description 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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Liferay with Java Developer - Surrey
Job Description Liferay with Java Developer - Surrey We are looking to recruit a Java Developer with at least 2 to 5 years solid development expertise using Java Enterprise J2EE with Liferay. You will have experience of Designing & Developing Java Enterprise applications - including around 3 years solely in Java Enterprise Portals - like Liferay & WebSphere Portal. You should have experience of working within a team have the ability to lead teams of varying sizes & successfully delivered projects on/before deadline without losing focus on Quality. Experienced in interacting and communicating effectively with Clients and other team members. Executed number of projects using Agile philosophy. This is a permanent position based in Surrey. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £60K + benefits. Send your CV to us in MS Word format.
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Java Software Development Engineer (Security Clearance)
Java Software Development Engineer (Security Clearance) Position Description The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This role that will be based at a site in Leatherhead Your future duties and responsibilities Are you a seasoned Senior Java Developer passionate about driving innovation in enterprise solutions? Join us in shaping the future of enterprise application integration and workflow management as part of our team. You'll play a pivotal role in modernising and evolving our solution, leveraging cutting-edge DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code methodologies. About the Role As a Senior Java Developer, you will be embedded in a dynamic Scrum team, contributing to the design, development, and modernisation of key solution components. This is a robust Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) application powered by Oracle Suite and Java EE. It integrates enterprise applications, enables workflow automation, and powers a feature-rich portal that delivers critical functionality to users. You will lead the design and implementation of new features, tackle performance challenges, and integrate modern technologies into both operational solutions and development processes. Key Responsibilities • Development and Testing: Implement and test key solution elements using appropriate technologies. • Integration: Collaborate closely with developers to integrate the Portal and Service Layer. • Peer Review: Conduct peer reviews of code and software fixes developed by teammates. • Modernisation: Contribute to performance redesigns and migration to current technologies. • Tooling: Assist with enhancing the Maven and GitLab Runner build and test framework. • Demonstrations: Present updates to product owners for approval. Required qualifications to be successful in this role Essential Technical Skills • Core Programming: Java, JavaScript • APIs & Messaging: REST APIs, JSON Messages • Front-End Frameworks: JavaScript Frameworks (React preferred) • Build Tools: Maven • Version Control: GitLab (or similar) • CI/CD Processes: Build & Release Essential Soft Skills • Team player with strong relationship-building capabilities. • Detail-oriented while maintaining a broad perspective. • Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in an Agile environment. • Excellent communication skills for cross-level engagement. • Proactive problem solver with situational awareness. • Organized and efficient. Desirable Skills • Database Knowledge: Basic SQL (e.g., Oracle). • XML Technologies: XML, XSD, XSL, XPath, XSLT. • Web Services: SOAP, REST. • Oracle Products: WebLogic, BPEL Manager, Oracle SOA Suite. • Development Tools: Selenium, ReadyAPI, Solr, Nexus. • Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Active Directory integration. #LI-SB2 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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Liferay Front End Developer
Job Description Must have excellent Liferay and Java skills, Spring MVC, Apache CKF, Dozer (a fast and flexible framework for mapping back and forth between Java Beans) & XML: • A minimum of 5 years' work experience in Software Development • Experience with implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA) • Designs and develops Enterprise application integration (EAI) using any ESB products like Fuse, Camel, TIBCO, IBM message broker • Designs and develops ESB/SOA/BPM middleware layers using tools like Mule ESB, jBPM • Experienced in J2EE, Java Servlets, JMS, Design Patterns, Web services • Solid hands-on experience in architecting and developing J2EE based web applications (JSP, Servlet, JDBC, JMS, JAXB) • Expert level experience with SOAP and REST web services , open API development, and SOA concepts, using Spring with groovy, XML, JSON, and XSLT • Solid understanding of integration & design patterns • Gain adoption of platform delivery processes, standards and procedures • Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout software development lifecycle (requirements gathering, Proof of Concept (POC) development, RFP creation and evaluation, design, development, implementation and close out) • Experience in Database SQL Queries in Oracle • Experience in Tomcat or WebLogic or Web sphere • Ability to work independently in Agile Methodology (KanBan) • Experience with different open source stacks including build & release processes like Maven, Ant, etc. Must have Liferay. Location is Stratford London. Duration is 2 months. Rate is negotiable. Please forward your CV in Word format.
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Solutions Architect with Pre Sales Experience
Job Description Senior Solutions Architect with Pre Sales Experience Our Client is an international consultancy with over 3000 employees. They are now looking to recruit a Senior Solutions Architect with some Pre-Sales experience to be based at the Company's Central London Offices. You will extensive and deep Expertise in following Application Development areas: • Expertise in application architecture using modern technologies such as cloud native development, 12 factor Apps, microservices, serverless, API management, Kafka, etc. • Deep knowledge of Microservices, Containers, REST APIs development, API Management tools (e.g. MuleSoft, Apigee), Kafka • Solution architect with broad expertise in wide range of digital technologies in areas of application platform development, web and mobile development, cloud, integration, security, etc. • Application dev experience with at least one of the cloud providers - Amazon AWS or MS Azure • Understanding of distributed computing paradigm and exposure to building highly scalable systems. • Experience with platform modernization and cloud migration projects • Expertise in Agile development methodologies like TDD, BDD, Performance/Load testing etc. • DevOps experience - CI/CD, Test Automation, Containerization - tools and processes • Should be conversant with emerging technologies - chatbots, voice/conversational interfaces, RPA, Machine Learning, etc. • In-depth, hands-on experience in developing web /mobile applications or platform with either Java/J2EE or .NET tech stack and database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, etc. • Exposure to polyglot programming languages like Scala, Python and Golang will be a plus • Ability to read/write code and expertise with various design patterns • Have used NoSQL database such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc. Work on opportunities along with sales, practice, delivery teams through the pre-sales process • Develop customer proposals - solution architecture, pitch decks, estimating solution effort, resourcing and timelines • Translate requirements into solution architecture diagrams, implementation roadmap, delivery approach and other artifacts • Understand business & technology issues /challenges and translate that to modern technology solutions • Engage with business and IT groups to align solution architecture with strategic business direction • Build a trusted advisor relationship with business and technology leaders Stay periodically engaged throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure ongoing alignment to established solution vision • Bachelors or master's degree in engineering (computer, electronics, etc.) • 20+ years of Solutions Architecture experience (or equivalent enterprise architecture experience) and in customer-facing roles • Vertical domain knowledge in Financial Services will be an advantage • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience in client-driven large-scale application platform implementation projects • Experience and desire to work in a global delivery environment Ability to travel up to 40% Familiarity with architecture modeling tools. TOGAF experience / certification desired but not necessary • Proven track record of designing / developing scalable solutions at the enterprise level • Demonstrated success in quickly understanding business needs and aligning it to technology solutions • Experience delivering solutions using an Agile / Scrum methodology Strong communications skills (e.g. active listening, requirements elicitation, oral, written, presentation, workshop facilitation, consensus building) The Clients offices as based in Holborn - Central London. The salary for this position will be based on expertise and will be in the range £90K - £120K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you salary and availability.
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Applications Support Analyst- Central London
Job Description We are looking an Application Support Analyst with 3 to 5 years proven track of working in Test environment ensuring all applications are being fully supported in Test/ Non production mode. 5+ years of experience in Test/ Non production deployment management experience. This role is to support and execute deployments in non-prod environments Worked in complex , multi stream application environment To deploy builds into non production environments To Work closely with Development and Release Management to solve complex Build/Deployment process throughout all phases of the software To ensure all changes fall within application maintenance windows Ability to create builds (Hotfix and/or full EAR) using the information provided by development teams to then use for deployment across environments. To identify processes in need of automation or scripting To Build and maintain automatic deployment scripts To be able to coordinate with different teams - Configuration Management team, DBA's, Customer Infra teams and Application Development teams as part of deployment execution Ability to understand various deployment release notes and also in creating handover release notes to production deployment teams. Manage configuration versions for different streams of development in versioning and revision control system Ability to troubleshoot deployment related issues and work with development, application and infrastructure teams to resolve any issues. Understanding of open /distributed systems and Agile framework Awareness of ITIL frame work Ability to deliver results under pressure Good written and verbal communication skills. Main Skills require are as follows: Good working knowledge of distributed technologies Experience of Application deployments in complex , multi stream application environments Experience in deploying to Java/J2EE based applications Experience in deploying into Middleware components such as IHS, IIS, webmethods and WAS Deployments of core applications and also middleware layer ITIL frame work (Good awareness or certification) Understanding of Oracle and MS-SQL DBs and experience of having created and run scripts for deployment, data extraction, data insertion. Strong Unix/linux OS knowledge. Proficient in deployment of applications in .net and java using Jenkins, Maven and SVN Good experience of middleware deployments like WAS, IBM HTTP Server (IHS),MQ and Web methods Good experience of running DB scripts (Oracle and MSSql) Tools: Jenkins, SVN, SNOW, Jira , Maven, Puppet, Ant Appreciation of Application Test life cycle This a 6 to 12 month contract assignment - and may go on beyond this time frame. Please enclose an indication of your daily rate. Please send your CV to us in Word format.
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Senior Solutions Architect
Job Description Senior Solutions Architect Our Client is an international consultancy with over 3000 employees. They are now looking to recruit a Senior Solutions Architect to be based at the Company's Central London Offices. You will extensive and deep Expertise in following Application Development areas: \" Expertise in application architecture using modern technologies such as cloud native development, 12 factor Apps, microservices, serverless, API management, Kafka, etc. \" Deep knowledge of Microservices, Containers, REST APIs development, API Management tools (e.g. MuleSoft, Apigee), Kafka \" Solution architect with broad expertise in wide range of digital technologies in areas of application platform development, web and mobile development, cloud, integration, security, etc. \" Application dev experience with at least one of the cloud providers - Amazon AWS or MS Azure \" Understanding of distributed computing paradigm and exposure to building highly scalable systems. \" Experience with platform modernization and cloud migration projects \" Expertise in Agile development methodologies like TDD, BDD, Performance/Load testing etc. \" DevOps experience - CI/CD, Test Automation, Containerization - tools and processes \" Should be conversant with emerging technologies - chatbots, voice/conversational interfaces, RPA, Machine Learning, etc. \" In-depth, hands-on experience in developing web /mobile applications or platform with either Java/J2EE or .NET tech stack and database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, etc. \" Exposure to polyglot programming languages like Scala, Python and Golang will be a plus \" Ability to read/write code and expertise with various design patterns \" Have used NoSQL database such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc. \" Work on opportunities along with sales, practice, delivery teams through the pre-sales process \" Develop customer proposals - solution architecture, pitch decks, estimating solution effort, resourcing and timelines \" Translate requirements into solution architecture diagrams, implementation roadmap, delivery approach and other artifacts \" Understand business & technology issues /challenges and translate that to modern technology solutions \" Engage with business and IT groups to align solution architecture with strategic business direction \" Build a trusted advisor relationship with business and technology leaders Stay periodically engaged throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure ongoing alignment to established solution vision \" Bachelors or master's degree in engineering (computer, electronics, etc.) \" 20+ years of Solutions Architecture experience (or equivalent enterprise architecture experience) and in customer-facing roles \" Vertical domain knowledge in Financial Services will be an advantage \" Excellent written and verbal communication skills \" Experience in client-driven large-scale application platform implementation projects \" Experience and desire to work in a global delivery environment Ability to travel up to 40% \" Familiarity with architecture modeling tools. TOGAF experience / certification desired but not necessary \" Proven track record of designing / developing scalable solutions at the enterprise level \" Demonstrated success in quickly understanding business needs and aligning it to technology solutions \" Experience delivering solutions using an Agile / Scrum methodology Strong communications skills (e.g. active listening, requirements elicitation, oral, written, presentation, workshop facilitation, consensus building) The Clients offices as based in Holborn - Central London. The salary for this position will be based on expertise and will be in the range £70K - £100K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you salary and availability.
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Java Developer
We are seeking an experienced Java Developer for a 3-month contract which is fully remote and outside IR35 Skills: - Proficient in Java and other programming languages like Scala or Groovy - Experience with SpringBoot for RESTful web services - Knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and hands-on experience preferred - Ability to design and maintain serverless architectures using Lambda - Strong skills in building highly-scalable back-end systems for large volumes of traffic - Experience dealing with data or hardware would also be a large benefit Interviews will take place this coming week with the successful candidate set to start 6th January. If you would be interested in applying please let me know. Please click here 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 XX XX XX XX XX 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
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Front End Java Developer
Job Description Front End Developer with Java - Central London Our Client is looking to recruit a Front End Java developer with at least 3 to 5 years solid development experience. Must have the following skills: HTML, XHTML, HTML5 ** CSS2, CSS3 ** JavaScript ** AJAX ** JSON, JSONP ** XML, XSLT, XSD ** jQuery and extensive use of plugins Social Media APIs and aggregators e.g. GIGYA OO Design and Programming Web debugging experience and tools Responsive web design This is a 3 month assignment. Please send your CV in Word format along with daily rate.
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Solutions Architect
Job Description Solutions Architect Our Client is an international consultancy with over 3000 employees. They are now looking to recruit a Senior Solutions Architect to based at the Company's Central London Offices. You will extensive and deep Expertise in following Application Development areas: • Expertise in application architecture using modern technologies such as cloud native development, 12 factor Apps, microservices, serverless, API management, Kafka, etc. • Deep knowledge of Microservices, Containers, REST APIs development, API Management tools (e.g. MuleSoft, Apigee), Kafka • Solution architect with broad expertise in wide range of digital technologies in areas of application platform development, web and mobile development, cloud, integration, security, etc. • Application dev experience with at least one of the cloud providers - Amazon AWS or MS Azure • Understanding of distributed computing paradigm and exposure to building highly scalable systems. • Experience with platform modernization and cloud migration projects • Expertise in Agile development methodologies like TDD, BDD, Performance/Load testing etc. • DevOps experience - CI/CD, Test Automation, Containerization - tools and processes • Should be conversant with emerging technologies - chatbots, voice/conversational interfaces, RPA, Machine Learning, etc. • In-depth, hands-on experience in developing web /mobile applications or platform with either Java/J2EE or .NET tech stack and database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, etc. • Exposure to polyglot programming languages like Scala, Python and Golang will be a plus • Ability to read/write code and expertise with various design patterns • Have used NoSQL database such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc. • Work on opportunities along with sales, practice, delivery teams through the pre-sales process • Develop customer proposals - solution architecture, pitch decks, estimating solution effort, resourcing and timelines • Translate requirements into solution architecture diagrams, implementation roadmap, delivery approach and other artifacts • Understand business & technology issues /challenges and translate that to modern technology solutions • Engage with business and IT groups to align solution architecture with strategic business direction • Build a trusted advisor relationship with business and technology leaders Stay periodically engaged throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure ongoing alignment to established solution vision • Bachelors or master's degree in engineering (computer, electronics, etc.) • 20+ years of Solutions Architecture experience (or equivalent enterprise architecture experience) and in customer-facing roles • Vertical domain knowledge in Financial Services will be an advantage • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience in client-driven large-scale application platform implementation projects • Experience and desire to work in a global delivery environment Ability to travel up to 40% • Familiarity with architecture modelling tools. TOGAF experience / certification desired but not necessary • Proven track record of designing / developing scalable solutions at the enterprise level • Demonstrated success in quickly understanding business needs and aligning it to technology solutions • Experience delivering solutions using an Agile / Scrum methodology Strong communications skills (e.g. active listening, requirements elicitation, oral, written, presentation, workshop facilitation, consensus building) The Clients offices as based in Holborn - Central London. The salary for this position will be based on expertise and will be in the range £90K - £120K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you salary and availability.
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Lead Software Developer
We are looking for talented Lead Software Developers to join us at Companies House! Join Companies House, where you can be part of an exciting transformation in the world of corporate governance! Our organisation is at the forefront of change, empowered by new, ground-breaking legislation like the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill. Companies House is a place of digital innovation where you will develop our software services using languages such as Javascript (both in browser and NodeJS runtime environments) and Java, and frameworks such as Express and Spring. We also have J2EE based historic applications. Over time you will be expected to become familiar with all these technologies - training will be provided. We are also a team who uses agile practices, try new technologies and work flexibly to suit every individual. This role is instrumental for us to deliver on our goals as an organisation. You would be key in leading our Software Developers, providing coaching and mentoring to them and delivering at pace. We encourage innovation and training; each developer is given time to undertake innovation and training within their regular activities. This allows teams to try out new things, stay up to date with industry trends and encourage professional development. We provide access to online training platforms, access to instructor led training and ability to attend conferences (budgets permitting). Our approach to hybrid working provides opportunities for you to be adaptable in the way you work so that you can achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life. We currently expect people to attend their base office a minimum of one day a week but the exact degree of choice you have will depend on your role and your day-to-day work activities and should be agreed through discussions with your line manager. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Job description You will lead a team of 5 talented Software Developers working in a cross functional Scrum team. This will involve providing coaching and support to upskill their technical capabilities and ensuring your team design and deliver efficient and maintainable solutions. You will work with the developer community to define and document technical standards. You will communicate between the product owners and developers to ensure key deliverables are achieved and understood by both parties. You will help the development teams maximise their automated test coverage. You will be joining a passionate team of Developers with varying levels of technical abilities. There are many other experienced Lead Developers within Companies House who lead 12 Agile software development teams between them, so you will be surrounded by a team of experts who will fully support you. You will be leading a team writing software services in Java and/or Javascript/Typescript using Nodejs/Spring/Spring Boot. You may be working within our R&D software development team made up of Lead Developers who research new technologies and approaches. You'll be using your highly technical skillset to test and identify potential solutions to issues with our development processes, systems and/or projects. You will show enthusiasm and take the lead in sharing your knowledge and experience within our software development and lead software developer communities. You would also work closely with the architects and the platform team who manage our development pipeline using Concourse CI, SonarQube, AWS, Terraform and Artifactory. We use Docker containers and ECS. This is an exciting time to join us as we consistently evolve our own technical capabilities and ways of working to make our work at Companies House more efficient and easier to use for our customers. We are currently working towards: Many releases per day automatically into production. Automated test coverage for everything from accessibility to security and performance. Constant innovation and running iterations of our services to meet and exceed user needs. Ensure we are meeting the needs of our users by ensuring we have diversity in thought and ideas. So, if you are looking for a place where you can focus on your own development as well as support others to succeed and perform at their best, then this is the role for you! Person specification We're looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the 3 bullet points in bold below when writing your personal statement (including work-based examples). Excellent coding skills and programming tools, frameworks and techniques including knowledge in Java, JavaScript/Typescript and Spring. Mentoring experience or can demonstrate leadership capabilities. Strong communication skills where you can translate technical jargon into simple, clear descriptions so understanding is achieved. Understanding and experience of using agile techniques/methodologies. Understanding of full stack web technologies, including use of relational and noSQL databases. Application of good working practices such as test-driven and behaviour-driven development (TDD/BDD), pair programming, version control/branching strategies, Continuous Integration/Continuous Development, and application of design patterns. Knowledge and understanding of developing and running applications securely in Cloud environments. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Leadership Developing Self and Others Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: REST interfaces Web Security Containers Benefits We offer an excellent benefits package that includes: a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day enrolment into the with a contribution rate of averaging 28% a range of recognition schemes including instant awards to thank and recognise each other's efforts and contributions strong ethos of equality, diversity and inclusion great work life balance with flexible and mobile working available for many roles a pro-active approach to employee wellbeing that allows our employees to flourish and be their best at work and has enabled us to become an platinum accredited employer online financial support and advice seasonal flu jabs generous maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave allowances a focus on career development and progression a number of inclusive network groups to support our colleagues and a great sports and social society cycle to work scheme staff discount scheme holiday play scheme for children 3 days paid volunteering leave Next Steps Click 'Apply Now' to be taken to our main advert Civil Service Jobs where you can see more details regarding the role, the incredible benefits we have to offer and what it's like to work in Companies House. If you have any questions about the role or process, please reach out to . This role closes on 12 January 2025.
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The Technical Consultant helps businesses design, integrate, and optimize enterprise applications using J2EE/Java EE, focusing on performance, scalability, and security of the solutions.
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The Database Architect (although the focus is on databases, this role can also include managing the architecture of Java EE applications) ensures optimal integration between databases and J2EE applications.
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