Consulting Software Engineer

Nottingham
Salary up to £52,000k depending on experience

LexisNexis is looking to recruit a Consulting Software Engineer to work on our Cloud based, high volume, high speed data systems, which supply data to the Insurance Industry. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a passion for technology and a desire to push boundaries whilst serving as a senior source of expertise to join a highly experienced team in our Nottingham office.

Excellent PHP knowledge vital with experience in Java would be a bonus. Previous AWS/cloud experience would be advantageous along with any API or microservice experience.

The role is quite varied but has a strong focus on expanding our platform, developing and maintaining APIs, security, responding to incidents and general system improvements.

The successful application will join an existing team that includes great benefits and a competitive salary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Agile Software development process expert.

• Expertise in data modeling, design and manipulation, optimisation, best practices, tuning, and leading industry trend knowledge.

• Expertise in normalised/dimensional data modeling principles and their application to complex business needs.

• Expertise in industry technology language development trends.

• Expertise in test-driven development and maintenance including techniques for applying best practices for overall project benefit.

• Expert knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.

• Proven expertise in the use and development of applicable desktop tool sets.

• Proven expert in partnering and leading internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong experience with various resource models such as Managed Services and/or Staff Augmentation.

• Strong knowledge in industry best practices in external resource development.

• Solid knowledge of architectural principles.

• Ability to partner and lead internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.

• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimisation techniques.

• Ability to design and work with complex data models.

• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: PHP, Java/J2EE, XML, SQL and Linux.

• Experience of working with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure and Google. Specific knowledge of AWS would be advantageous.

• Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.

• Strong organisation/project planning, time management, and change management skills across multiple functional groups and departments, and strong delegation skills involving prioritising and reprioritising projects and managing projects of various size and complexity.

• Advanced problem-solving experience involving leading teams in identifying, researching, and coordinating the resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex project issues; prior success extracting/translating findings into alternatives/solutions; and identifying risks/impacts and schedule adjustments to facilitate management decision-making.

• Advance communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills applicable to a wide audience including senior and executive management, customers, etc., including diction/terminology and presenting information in a concise and effective manner to clients, management, and various departments using assorted communication mediums.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for external technology resources.

• Provide design input across a product.

• Work directly with customers and end users.

• Serve as acknowledged “go to” person on coding and technical issues.

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalise requirements.

• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of moderate complexity.

• Complete complex bug fixes.

• Design and work with complex data models.

• Mentor lead software developers interested in consultancy on development methodologies and optimisation techniques.

• All other duties as assigned.

LexisNexis is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age.

Consulting Software Engineer

Nottingham
Salary up to £52,000k depending on experience

LexisNexis is looking to recruit a Consulting Software Engineer to work on our Cloud based, high volume, high speed data systems, which supply data to the Insurance Industry. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a passion for technology and a desire to push boundaries whilst serving as a senior source of expertise to join a highly experienced team in our Nottingham office.

Excellent PHP knowledge vital with experience in Java would be a bonus. Previous AWS/cloud experience would be advantageous along with any API or microservice experience.

The role is quite varied but has a strong focus on expanding our platform, developing and maintaining APIs, security, responding to incidents and general system improvements.

The successful application will join an existing team that includes great benefits and a competitive salary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Agile Software development process expert.

• Expertise in data modeling, design and manipulation, optimisation, best practices, tuning, and leading industry trend knowledge.

• Expertise in normalised/dimensional data modeling principles and their application to complex business needs.

• Expertise in industry technology language development trends.

• Expertise in test-driven development and maintenance including techniques for applying best practices for overall project benefit.

• Expert knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.

• Proven expertise in the use and development of applicable desktop tool sets.

• Proven expert in partnering and leading internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong experience with various resource models such as Managed Services and/or Staff Augmentation.

• Strong knowledge in industry best practices in external resource development.

• Solid knowledge of architectural principles.

• Ability to partner and lead internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.

• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimisation techniques.

• Ability to design and work with complex data models.

• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: PHP, Java/J2EE, XML, SQL and Linux.

• Experience of working with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure and Google. Specific knowledge of AWS would be advantageous.

• Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.

• Strong organisation/project planning, time management, and change management skills across multiple functional groups and departments, and strong delegation skills involving prioritising and reprioritising projects and managing projects of various size and complexity.

• Advanced problem-solving experience involving leading teams in identifying, researching, and coordinating the resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex project issues; prior success extracting/translating findings into alternatives/solutions; and identifying risks/impacts and schedule adjustments to facilitate management decision-making.

• Advance communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills applicable to a wide audience including senior and executive management, customers, etc., including diction/terminology and presenting information in a concise and effective manner to clients, management, and various departments using assorted communication mediums.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for external technology resources.

• Provide design input across a product.

• Work directly with customers and end users.

• Serve as acknowledged “go to” person on coding and technical issues.

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalise requirements.

• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of moderate complexity.

• Complete complex bug fixes.

• Design and work with complex data models.

• Mentor lead software developers interested in consultancy on development methodologies and optimisation techniques.

• All other duties as assigned.

LexisNexis is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age.

Full Stack Developer - Manchester
An opportunity has come up for a Full Stack Developer to join an energetic and dynamic award-winning digital agency in the heart of Manchester's tech hub. They take pride in their ability to consistently deliver high quality products and have worked with many major companies. Here, your creativity and passion for development will be highly regarded - they are keen to bring someone into the team who is looking to grow both within the role and the company itself.

Key Skills:
** Excellent experience working in a commercial environment
** Strong understanding and experience with several of the following languages: PHP, Java, JavaScript, Python and C#
** Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
** Experience with MySQL or Postgres

Role:
Day-to-day depends a lot on the client's needs, but you will be working across a range of different projects and there will definitely never be a dull day here. You will be working across an array of different platforms and technologies - from iOS to Android, to gaming environments to websites, this is the ideal job for someone who thrives on variety (after all, it is the spice of life!). Therefore, you will need to be well-rounded technology wise and possess the ability to pick up new things quickly.

Location:
Located in Manchester's Northern Quarter, there are excellent bus and train transport links making it a comfortable commute for people who live all over the city. The company also offer a ride-to-work scheme for those who prefer to cycle or live closer by.

Salary:
Salary is dependent on experience and ranges from £35,000-£40,000.

Benefits:
** Flexible working hours
** 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays) - In addition you gain an extra day for ever year you've been at the company
** Referral bonus schemes and profit-share
** Excellent career progression opportunities

If this sounds like something that may be of interest to you then apply with your most up to date CV. If you would like any more information please contact Hannah at Cathcart Associates - if this isn't exactly what you're looking for at the moment but would still like to chat about other potential opportunities please feel free to still get in touch.

Full Stack Developer - Manchester
An opportunity has come up for a Full Stack Developer to join an energetic and dynamic award-winning digital agency in the heart of Manchester's tech hub. They take pride in their ability to consistently deliver high quality products and have worked with many major companies. Here, your creativity and passion for development will be highly regarded - they are keen to bring someone into the team who is looking to grow both within the role and the company itself.

Key Skills:
** Excellent experience working in a commercial environment
** Strong understanding and experience with several of the following languages: PHP, Java, JavaScript, Python and C#
** Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
** Experience with MySQL or Postgres

Role:
Day-to-day depends a lot on the client's needs, but you will be working across a range of different projects and there will definitely never be a dull day here. You will be working across an array of different platforms and technologies - from iOS to Android, to gaming environments to websites, this is the ideal job for someone who thrives on variety (after all, it is the spice of life!). Therefore, you will need to be well-rounded technology wise and possess the ability to pick up new things quickly.

Location:
Located in Manchester's Northern Quarter, there are excellent bus and train transport links making it a comfortable commute for people who live all over the city. The company also offer a ride-to-work scheme for those who prefer to cycle or live closer by.

Salary:
Salary is dependent on experience and ranges from £35,000-£40,000.

Benefits:
** Flexible working hours
** 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays) - In addition you gain an extra day for ever year you've been at the company
** Referral bonus schemes and profit-share
** Excellent career progression opportunities

If this sounds like something that may be of interest to you then apply with your most up to date CV. If you would like any more information please contact Hannah at Cathcart Associates - if this isn't exactly what you're looking for at the moment but would still like to chat about other potential opportunities please feel free to still get in touch.

• To be successful in this job you will need excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills and you will need to be super confident and not afraid of a challenge!
• If you have an enthusiastic mindset and you are a positive person who can embrace situations with a can-do approach then this could be the place for you.
• You will need Graduate level experience with PHP Development and exposure or interest in PHP5/OOP and other OOP languages. You will also need to have exposure to frameworks such as MVC frameworks, and SQL Databases, and ORM tools (Symfony, Kohana, Zend, Doctrine etc) would be an advantage.
• You will need experience with WebSQL, jQuery and HTML.
• If you have a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment then why not apply today! 

• In this job you will be developing high quality, testable and performant features using Agile work practices. You will drive the best technology and software development practices into the team with passion and enthusiasm.
• You will assist the product managers and business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements.
• You will discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

• To be successful in this job you will need excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills and you will need to be super confident and not afraid of a challenge!
• If you have an enthusiastic mindset and you are a positive person who can embrace situations with a can-do approach then this could be the place for you.
• You will need Graduate level experience with PHP Development and exposure or interest in PHP5/OOP and other OOP languages. You will also need to have exposure to frameworks such as MVC frameworks, and SQL Databases, and ORM tools (Symfony, Kohana, Zend, Doctrine etc) would be an advantage.
• You will need experience with WebSQL, jQuery and HTML.
• If you have a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment then why not apply today! 

• In this job you will be developing high quality, testable and performant features using Agile work practices. You will drive the best technology and software development practices into the team with passion and enthusiasm.
• You will assist the product managers and business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements.
• You will discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.