• Troubleshoot and resolve a variety of technical issues
• Fully engage with clients by telephone & email to assist with problem resolution and to keep clients fully informed of progression from logging to resolution.
• Prioritise and manage workloads to ensure SLA’s are met.
• Play an active role in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with other departments in the business.
• Use Service Management System and other internal systems to log accurate and timely updates to issues.
• Document technical activities in the form of knowledgebase articles, processes & procedures where appropriate.

• SQL Server –Basic knowledge of administering & troubleshooting SQL server
• Windows OS – Basic knowledge of administering & troubleshooting Windows OS (Desktop & Server)
• Windows 7, 10 Desktop O
• Windows 2008, 2012, 2016 Server OS
• Active Directory
• Networking

• Troubleshoot and resolve a variety of technical issues
• Fully engage with clients by telephone & email to assist with problem resolution and to keep clients fully informed of progression from logging to resolution.
• Prioritise and manage workloads to ensure SLA’s are met.
• Play an active role in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with other departments in the business.
• Use Service Management System and other internal systems to log accurate and timely updates to issues.
• Document technical activities in the form of knowledgebase articles, processes & procedures where appropriate.

• SQL Server –Basic knowledge of administering & troubleshooting SQL server
• Windows OS – Basic knowledge of administering & troubleshooting Windows OS (Desktop & Server)
• Windows 7, 10 Desktop O
• Windows 2008, 2012, 2016 Server OS
• Active Directory
• Networking

Experienced Manual System Test Analyst sought by a large financial services organisation in Stoke-on-Trent to join their growing Software Development Team.

Squads are developing a range of services to deliver a world class customer service. Mobile applications are being developed to improve interactions between customers, clients and internal teams using Agile with Scrum to work collaboratively with the business to produce quality solutions.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Create and maintain test cases that match design specifications.
• Carry out manual application testing, including regression testing.
• Report software faults and follow them to resolution.
• Create and maintain system testing artifacts
• Work closely with members of the development team in the analysis and correction of software faults
• Work closely with development team to deliver applications for UAT
• Work closely with Business Analyst to understand requirements

Skills & Experience

• Several years experience within an System Testing Role
• SOA/Tiered applications
• Formal testing qualification (e.g. ISEB/ISTQB certificate in Software Testing) is desirable.
• Experience of automated testing tools, VSTS, SQL, Selenium and JIRA is desirable.
• AGILE/SCRUM

This is a high pressured role, delivering applications to tight deadlines. You will have excellent communication skills and be a strong team player, building strong working relationships with developers, DBA's, Business Analysts and IT Support.

A system testing function is in place, but part of the role requires you to impart your experience and recommend improvements, and introduce a rigorous documented process.

Experienced Manual System Test Analyst sought by a large financial services organisation in Stoke-on-Trent to join their growing Software Development Team.

Squads are developing a range of services to deliver a world class customer service. Mobile applications are being developed to improve interactions between customers, clients and internal teams using Agile with Scrum to work collaboratively with the business to produce quality solutions.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Create and maintain test cases that match design specifications.
• Carry out manual application testing, including regression testing.
• Report software faults and follow them to resolution.
• Create and maintain system testing artifacts
• Work closely with members of the development team in the analysis and correction of software faults
• Work closely with development team to deliver applications for UAT
• Work closely with Business Analyst to understand requirements

Skills & Experience

• Several years experience within an System Testing Role
• SOA/Tiered applications
• Formal testing qualification (e.g. ISEB/ISTQB certificate in Software Testing) is desirable.
• Experience of automated testing tools, VSTS, SQL, Selenium and JIRA is desirable.
• AGILE/SCRUM

This is a high pressured role, delivering applications to tight deadlines. You will have excellent communication skills and be a strong team player, building strong working relationships with developers, DBA's, Business Analysts and IT Support.

A system testing function is in place, but part of the role requires you to impart your experience and recommend improvements, and introduce a rigorous documented process.

Junior MS-SQL Developer required to join a growing company from their head office based on the outskirts of Winchester.

The role of a Junior SQL Developer will involve working within a small team environment, on a Microsoft platform. The position will involve creating scheduled reports within SQL and SSIS for internal staff and customers and preparing data for analytical applications.

My client is looking for someone who is keen to learn new skills, able to research problems on their own, whilst also able to collaborate and work well within a small team. The ideal candidate should have good logical problem-solving skills and the confidence to ask questions when required. They would be happy to employ someone with the right mind-set over current technical knowledge as they are happy to provide onsite training.

My client is ideally looking for someone with the following skillset:

• Some previous experience of SQL, either using or supporting Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.
• Understanding of SQL Server or relational databases, ideally with the ability to write stored procedures or views etc.
• Experience with SSIS or DTS along with ETL.
• A methodical and logical approach to problem solving.
• The ability to work successfully within a team.
• A 'can do' attitude and 'customer first' approach
• Good interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company that would be able to offer further training and career opportunities to the right candidates along with a strong benefits package.

Junior MS-SQL Developer required to join a growing company from their head office based on the outskirts of Winchester.

The role of a Junior SQL Developer will involve working within a small team environment, on a Microsoft platform. The position will involve creating scheduled reports within SQL and SSIS for internal staff and customers and preparing data for analytical applications.

My client is looking for someone who is keen to learn new skills, able to research problems on their own, whilst also able to collaborate and work well within a small team. The ideal candidate should have good logical problem-solving skills and the confidence to ask questions when required. They would be happy to employ someone with the right mind-set over current technical knowledge as they are happy to provide onsite training.

My client is ideally looking for someone with the following skillset:

• Some previous experience of SQL, either using or supporting Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.
• Understanding of SQL Server or relational databases, ideally with the ability to write stored procedures or views etc.
• Experience with SSIS or DTS along with ETL.
• A methodical and logical approach to problem solving.
• The ability to work successfully within a team.
• A 'can do' attitude and 'customer first' approach
• Good interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company that would be able to offer further training and career opportunities to the right candidates along with a strong benefits package.

Are you an aspiring Solutions Architect who is wishing to develop and build on your current knowledge and experience? Do you enjoy keeping up to date with the latest technological developments around Cloud based solutions such as Azure? Do you want to work for a company which have exciting projects and plans in place ready to go and will support you with training and certifications? If the answer is yes to all of the above then you will want take a look at this exciting opportunity!


We have the exciting opportunity to recruit a Junior Solutions Architect to join an already well-established team of architects for a leading organisation based in Peterborough who truly value their staff.

If IT solution design, infrastructure and application integration is you thing, then this position you provide you with the following:

* Working with an experienced commercial team and IT experts, articulate and promote system design translating the design into action
* Migrate systems, users on a large scale Microsoft Azure project/transformation
* Gain a knowledge of current systems & solutions and knowledge of technology developments outside of the business.
* Delivery of the early part of the lifecycle
* Defining the technical work streams deliverables and architectural direction across the business
* Determine the technical deliverables through transition into service phase
* Research new technologies, evaluating their impact, recommend new products and features of existing products

What you will need to be successful in this role:

* Ability to envision the potential of new technologies an products for the business
* An understanding of the software development lifecyle
* Knowledge of server and cloud technologies
* Experience of software systems deployments and service provision.
* Experience with one or more of the following technologies, or equivalent software package :-
o Azure
o Microsoft SQL Server
o O365
o SharePoint

If this sounds like you and you feel you have the skills and experience above then apply now and one of our team will be in contact with you to discuss this further, should your application be considered.

Are you an aspiring Solutions Architect who is wishing to develop and build on your current knowledge and experience? Do you enjoy keeping up to date with the latest technological developments around Cloud based solutions such as Azure? Do you want to work for a company which have exciting projects and plans in place ready to go and will support you with training and certifications? If the answer is yes to all of the above then you will want take a look at this exciting opportunity!


We have the exciting opportunity to recruit a Junior Solutions Architect to join an already well-established team of architects for a leading organisation based in Peterborough who truly value their staff.

If IT solution design, infrastructure and application integration is you thing, then this position you provide you with the following:

* Working with an experienced commercial team and IT experts, articulate and promote system design translating the design into action
* Migrate systems, users on a large scale Microsoft Azure project/transformation
* Gain a knowledge of current systems & solutions and knowledge of technology developments outside of the business.
* Delivery of the early part of the lifecycle
* Defining the technical work streams deliverables and architectural direction across the business
* Determine the technical deliverables through transition into service phase
* Research new technologies, evaluating their impact, recommend new products and features of existing products

What you will need to be successful in this role:

* Ability to envision the potential of new technologies an products for the business
* An understanding of the software development lifecyle
* Knowledge of server and cloud technologies
* Experience of software systems deployments and service provision.
* Experience with one or more of the following technologies, or equivalent software package :-
o Azure
o Microsoft SQL Server
o O365
o SharePoint

If this sounds like you and you feel you have the skills and experience above then apply now and one of our team will be in contact with you to discuss this further, should your application be considered.

Alex, our tech consultant is happy to be able to offer an exciting new role working with a fantastic software house who are seeking talented Developers to join their team. With a dislike for stagnation, the company ethos holds work/life balance as their highest priority.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role (see tech stack below) and be looking to join a modern and forward facing company. You should enjoy the satisfaction of coding and have a genuine interest in the industry.

You will be working in an agile environment with 2 week sprints where quality is the main priority. Alongside working on a varied group of projects, you will also get to take advantage of a number of career opportunities including certifications and professional development.

Alongside flexible working hours and home working, this is a company that pride themselves on a real, low overtime culture.

Duties:

• Join an Agile team handling all aspects of development including conception, design and deployment
• Create clean and reliable code
• Act as a leader, train and assist junior team members with work
• Help develop bespoke solutions according to specifications
• Work well with the Testing Team to ensure minimal bugs on deployment
• Take an active role in an agile environment and daily standups  
• Always be on the lookout for new tech and processes that you think can help the company stay on the cutting edge
• Conduct 1 to 1s with junior staff
• Stay hands on within development

Some of the Tech Stack:  

• COBOL experience essential
• Microsoft SQL Server (2008, 2012, 2014, 2016)
• PostgreSQL  
• Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and SOLID Principles

Background

• Experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Agile processes and best practices beneficial
• Understand and value the role of the testing team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A real passion for all things technical and coding  

Get in touch if you are an ambitious Developer looking to take the next step into management or looking to continue your career in a modern environment that values personal growth and improvement.

Unfortunately we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

Alex, our tech consultant is happy to be able to offer an exciting new role working with a fantastic software house who are seeking talented Developers to join their team. With a dislike for stagnation, the company ethos holds work/life balance as their highest priority.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role (see tech stack below) and be looking to join a modern and forward facing company. You should enjoy the satisfaction of coding and have a genuine interest in the industry.

You will be working in an agile environment with 2 week sprints where quality is the main priority. Alongside working on a varied group of projects, you will also get to take advantage of a number of career opportunities including certifications and professional development.

Alongside flexible working hours and home working, this is a company that pride themselves on a real, low overtime culture.

Duties:

• Join an Agile team handling all aspects of development including conception, design and deployment
• Create clean and reliable code
• Act as a leader, train and assist junior team members with work
• Help develop bespoke solutions according to specifications
• Work well with the Testing Team to ensure minimal bugs on deployment
• Take an active role in an agile environment and daily standups  
• Always be on the lookout for new tech and processes that you think can help the company stay on the cutting edge
• Conduct 1 to 1s with junior staff
• Stay hands on within development

Some of the Tech Stack:  

• COBOL experience essential
• Microsoft SQL Server (2008, 2012, 2014, 2016)
• PostgreSQL  
• Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and SOLID Principles

Background

• Experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Agile processes and best practices beneficial
• Understand and value the role of the testing team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A real passion for all things technical and coding  

Get in touch if you are an ambitious Developer looking to take the next step into management or looking to continue your career in a modern environment that values personal growth and improvement.

Unfortunately we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.