Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited
Description Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Methods is currently recruiting for a Senior Back End Developer to join our team on a permanent basis. This role will be based on-site. Role: We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Back End Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python and SQL, with extensive experience in developing and maintaining robust Back End systems. You will work closely with our Front End developers, data engineers, and product managers to build scalable and efficient applications that meet the needs of our users. Your role will involve designing APIs, managing databases, and ensuring the security and performance of our services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain efficient and reliable Back End systems using Python and SQL . Utilize frameworks such as Django , Flask , FastAPI , Asyncio , Aiohttp , and SQLAlchemy to build scalable web applications. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs , WebSocket , and GraphQL services, ensuring comprehensive documentation with Swagger/OpenAPI . Manage and optimize databases, specifically PostgreSQL , NATS , Redis , and Min.IO . Leverage Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Functions , Azure KeyVault , Azure SQL Database , and Azure DevOps for cloud-based solutions. Implement robust security protocols using OAuth and KeyCloak . Conduct thorough testing using SonarQube , Pytest , isort , black , and bandit to ensure code quality and reliability. Utilize Git for version control, ensuring collaborative and efficient code management. Implement containerization and orchestration solutions with Docker , Kubernetes , and Helm . Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines . Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira and Confluence to track progress and share knowledge. Monitor and improve system performance with Prometheus and Grafana . Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Back End Developer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Python and SQL . Extensive experience with frameworks and libraries: Django , Flask , FastAPI , Asyncio , Aiohttp , and SQLAlchemy . Demonstrated experience in developing and managing RESTful APIs , WebSocket , and GraphQL services. Solid understanding of database management, including PostgreSQL , NATS , Redis , and Min.IO . Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud-based architecture. Expertise in implementing security measures using OAuth and KeyCloak . Proficient in testing frameworks and tools: SonarQube , Pytest , isort , black , and bandit . Familiarity with version control using Git . Experience with containerization and orchestration tools: Docker , Kubernetes , and Helm . Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools: GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines . Excellent collaboration skills with experience using Jira and Confluence . Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
Description Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Methods is currently recruiting for a Senior Back End Developer to join our team on a permanent basis. This role will be based on-site. Role: We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Back End Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python and SQL, with extensive experience in developing and maintaining robust Back End systems. You will work closely with our Front End developers, data engineers, and product managers to build scalable and efficient applications that meet the needs of our users. Your role will involve designing APIs, managing databases, and ensuring the security and performance of our services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain efficient and reliable Back End systems using Python and SQL . Utilize frameworks such as Django , Flask , FastAPI , Asyncio , Aiohttp , and SQLAlchemy to build scalable web applications. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs , WebSocket , and GraphQL services, ensuring comprehensive documentation with Swagger/OpenAPI . Manage and optimize databases, specifically PostgreSQL , NATS , Redis , and Min.IO . Leverage Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Functions , Azure KeyVault , Azure SQL Database , and Azure DevOps for cloud-based solutions. Implement robust security protocols using OAuth and KeyCloak . Conduct thorough testing using SonarQube , Pytest , isort , black , and bandit to ensure code quality and reliability. Utilize Git for version control, ensuring collaborative and efficient code management. Implement containerization and orchestration solutions with Docker , Kubernetes , and Helm . Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines . Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira and Confluence to track progress and share knowledge. Monitor and improve system performance with Prometheus and Grafana . Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Back End Developer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Python and SQL . Extensive experience with frameworks and libraries: Django , Flask , FastAPI , Asyncio , Aiohttp , and SQLAlchemy . Demonstrated experience in developing and managing RESTful APIs , WebSocket , and GraphQL services. Solid understanding of database management, including PostgreSQL , NATS , Redis , and Min.IO . Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud-based architecture. Expertise in implementing security measures using OAuth and KeyCloak . Proficient in testing frameworks and tools: SonarQube , Pytest , isort , black , and bandit . Familiarity with version control using Git . Experience with containerization and orchestration tools: Docker , Kubernetes , and Helm . Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools: GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines . Excellent collaboration skills with experience using Jira and Confluence . Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
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*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Sr. Director, Network Reliability Engineering. This Sr. Director will focus on improving network services, operations, reliability, engineering automation, API Driven approach, etc. Responsibilities: Lead the organization into building a network services API driven approach to enable seamless integration of network tools with various other network related services and enable easy consumption of network tools services to other teams Perform automated regular network infrastructure audits to ensure continuous compliance with best practices and industry standards. Lead the development and/or integration of self-service tools for other teams to troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues. Collaborate with other teams to design and implement tools that will help automate end-to-end processes within network infrastructure. Develop automated test suites and maintain clear documentation of solutions developed. Build and lead the sustainability and reliability network engineering function that owns infrastructure availability and performance. Build tools to lead through automation and proactive/predictive alerts by having a strong data analytical tool set to identify areas of improvement Implement comprehensive network service monitoring to ensure uptime and performance, including synthetic, real user, system, application performance, dashboards etc. Define, measure, and meet key Service Level Objectives including availability, performance, incidents and chronic problems Stand up a capacity planning that defines a framework to regularly measure performance and capacity and ensuring that there is no downtime due to capacity. Own end-to-end availability and performance of critical services and build automation to prevent problem recurrence; eventually automate response to all non-exceptional service conditions. Build a DevOps culture to provide high quality, continuous operations, and ongoing support ensuring critical service level metrics, customer requirements and financial objectives. Qualifications: 15 + years of directly related professional experience College or advanced studies degree and/or a minimum of 12 + years of relevant IT and management experience Proven professional experience with operational and organizational management, leadership of teams, and enterprise-wide technology strategy Possess good interpersonal and collaboration skills with ability to communicate optimally with small and large groups of business partners and senior leadership
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Sr. Director, Network Reliability Engineering. This Sr. Director will focus on improving network services, operations, reliability, engineering automation, API Driven approach, etc. Responsibilities: Lead the organization into building a network services API driven approach to enable seamless integration of network tools with various other network related services and enable easy consumption of network tools services to other teams Perform automated regular network infrastructure audits to ensure continuous compliance with best practices and industry standards. Lead the development and/or integration of self-service tools for other teams to troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues. Collaborate with other teams to design and implement tools that will help automate end-to-end processes within network infrastructure. Develop automated test suites and maintain clear documentation of solutions developed. Build and lead the sustainability and reliability network engineering function that owns infrastructure availability and performance. Build tools to lead through automation and proactive/predictive alerts by having a strong data analytical tool set to identify areas of improvement Implement comprehensive network service monitoring to ensure uptime and performance, including synthetic, real user, system, application performance, dashboards etc. Define, measure, and meet key Service Level Objectives including availability, performance, incidents and chronic problems Stand up a capacity planning that defines a framework to regularly measure performance and capacity and ensuring that there is no downtime due to capacity. Own end-to-end availability and performance of critical services and build automation to prevent problem recurrence; eventually automate response to all non-exceptional service conditions. Build a DevOps culture to provide high quality, continuous operations, and ongoing support ensuring critical service level metrics, customer requirements and financial objectives. Qualifications: 15 + years of directly related professional experience College or advanced studies degree and/or a minimum of 12 + years of relevant IT and management experience Proven professional experience with operational and organizational management, leadership of teams, and enterprise-wide technology strategy Possess good interpersonal and collaboration skills with ability to communicate optimally with small and large groups of business partners and senior leadership