Senior Database Administrator / Engineer (Sybase DBA) London to £200k+ 12 month FTC

Do you have expertise with Sybase database?

You could be progressing your career at a hugely profitable Hedge Fund.

As a Senior Database Administrator / Engineer you will be responsible for managing and improving a mission-critical, diverse data platform as part of a small, talented team. You’ll have a broad scope from providing operational support through to leading continuous design and implementation to enhance scalability, reduce redundancy and ensure fault tolerance of data systems.

You will construct and manage integrations with monitoring and alerting systems to increase internal visibility and automatically respond to incidents in various environments, building and enhancing security controls, governance processes and management interfaces to reduce permitter and improve risk profile.

As a senior team member you’ll also act as a subject matter expert and mentor more junior DBAs and developers to ensure the platform is supported and used appropriately, including designing and building tools to automate operational processes.

Location / WFH:

You’ll join colleagues in prestigious Central London offices (with onsite restaurant, gym etc.) with flexibility to work from home once a week.

About you:

• You have achieved a 2.1 or above in a relevant field e.g. Data, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analysis or other quantitative discipline
• You have commercial experience in a similar role at an investment firm or asset manager with a good understanding of various asset classes such as Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, and Commodities
• You have strong RDBMS experience, including Sybase expertise, Postgres and SQL
• You have a good knowledge of Linux OS
• You have experience with modern tools such as Kafka, MongoDB, SAP IQ, Ansible and Python
• You have excellent communication and client facing skills
• You enjoy learning and seeking continuous improvement

What’s in it for you:

*Please note this role is on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract basis, with benefits\

As a Senior Database Administrator / Engineer (Sybase DBA) you will earn a highly competitive salary plus a fully comprehensive benefits package including:

• Salary to £200k
• Generous Pension contribution
• Life Assurance, Critical Illness cover
• Childcare vouchers
• Enhanced Paternity package and Adoption Assistance
• Charitable fund raising matching and much more

Apply now to find out more about this Senior Database Administrator / Engineer (Sybase DBA) opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We’re an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.

Senior DataEngineer-RemoteWorking

LynxarecurrentlyworkingwithalargeITconsultancytohelpthemsourceaDataEngineer.OurclientislargeglobalConsultancywhoworkwithenterpriseclients,solvingtheirbusinessandtechnologyproblemsusingcuttingedgesolutions.

AsaDataEngineer,youwillplayakeyroleindesigning,building,andmaintainingrobustdataplatformsandpipelines.Youllworkalongsidedatascientists,analysts,andengineerstoensurereliable,scalable,andhigh-qualitydatasolutions.

Whatyoullbedoing:

• Designingandbuildingdatapipelines,models,andarchitectures
• DevelopingandmaintainingETL/ELTprocessesusingmoderntools
• Implementingdatastoragesolutionsacrossrelational,non-relational,andcloudplatforms
• Ensuringdataquality,reliability,andoperationalexcellence
• Leadingthedesignanddeliveryofnewdataproductsandpipelines
• Collaboratingcloselywithstakeholdersandtechnicalteams
• Providingtechnicalleadershipandmentoringwithindeliveryteams

Whattherelookingfor:

• Strongexperienceindataengineeringroles
• Provenleadershiporlinemanagementexperience
• Hands-onexperiencewithcloudplatforms(AWSorAzure;GCPbeneficial)
• StrongSQLskillsandexperiencewithrelationaldatabases
• Pythondevelopmentexperienceandfamiliaritywithframeworks(e.g.Flask,Django)
• ExperiencebuildingandorchestratingETLpipelines(e.g.Airflow,Luigi,Argo)
• Exposuretobigdatatechnologies(e.g.Spark,Kafka,Hadoop)
• ExperienceworkinginAgileenvironments
• Solidunderstandingofdataarchitectureanddataqualitybestpractices

Senior Azure data engineer We are seeking an Azure Data Engineer to join the analytics department within the financial services industry. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining data solutions using Azure technologies to support business decision-making and insights. Client Details Senior Azure data engineer Our client is a large organisation within the financial services industry, dedicated to providing innovative solutions and leveraging technology to drive business success. They are known for their commitment to excellence and their focus on delivering impactful data-driven strategies. Description Senior Azure data engineer Design and develop data pipelines and workflows using Azure technologies. Implement and manage data storage solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with analytics teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions accordingly. Monitor and maintain the performance of Azure based data systems. Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all platforms. Provide technical expertise on Azure data engineering best practices. Optimise data processes for efficiency and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues promptly.Profile Senior Azure data engineer A successful Azure Data Engineer should have: Proven experience in data engineering within the financial services industry. Strong expertise in Azure data technologies, including Data Factory, Databricks, and Synapse Analytics. Proficiency in SQL and other data query languages. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts. Experience in working with large datasets and ensuring data quality. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.Job Offer Senior Azure data engineer Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £95,000 per annum. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth within the financial services industry. A supportive and innovative work environment.If you are an experienced Senior Azure Data Engineer looking for your next permanent opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career

Automation Data Tester (Data QA Engineer)

Fully Remote

£260 per day

Outside IR35

6-month contract

Must have UK Citizenship or ILR (no Tier 2 dependent visas)

Harvey Nash’s client is looking for an experienced Data QA Engineer .

You’ll join a collaborative Data Engineering team, working closely with developers and architects to deliver high-quality, accurate, and reliable data solutions.

Role duties:

Designing and executing test cases across SQL databases and tables

Performing data validation, verification, and integrity checks

Ensuring data accuracy (types, columns, duplicates, field issues, etc.)

Implementing automated data testing processes

Producing clear test plans, reports, and documentation

Working closely with data engineers and software teams to resolve issues quickly

Understanding data structures and proposing improvements

Essential:

Strong SQL experience (including Stored Procedures)

Experience with Microsoft Azure (especially Azure Data Factory )

Experience working with configuration/parameter files (JSON, YAML)

Desirable:

Knowledge of Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)

Python skills

Person Specification:

Detail-orientated and diligent

A clear and confident communicator

A self-starter comfortable working independently

Passionate about delivering genuine value to clients

Able to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams

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A successful FTSE-listed organisation with a friendly, close-knit culture is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help shape and deliver its evolving data platform.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role in a smaller organisation where you will act as both a senior engineer and strategic data partner, designing solutions that support both operational and long-term business goals.

You will play an important role in the company s migration to Microsoft Fabric, while continuing to build and optimise its existing SQL Server-based data warehouse environment.

While primarily a backend engineering role, you will also support reporting via SSRS/Microsoft Power BI, with an increasing focus on AI-driven capabilities over time.

As the Senior Data Engineer, you will work closely with the Solutions Architect and collaborate with teams across the business, with occasional travel to France and Germany. This opportunity suits someone with in-depth SQL experience who is looking to work with modern tools like Microsoft Fabric.

Essential Skills

• Strong SQL Server experience (T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, stored procedures, functions, triggers)
• Data warehouse architecture, build and maintenance
• Excellent communication skills and ability to gather requirements from non-technical stakeholders at all levels
• Degree in Computer Science or STEM subject
• Comfortable working 4 days per week onsite in Vauxhall

Desirable

• Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, Databricks
• Python or any other relevant language
• Experience with tools such as Power BI, Qlik or Tableau

The role offers a package of £64k+, plus a bonus of up to 15%, along with a generous pension, 28 days’ holiday, private medical insurance, permanent health insurance, study support, and a modern office with an onsite gym.

If your experience aligns, apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, as this is expected to be a popular opportunity.

A successful FTSE-listed organisation with a friendly, close-knit culture is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help shape and deliver its evolving data platform. This is a hands-on, high-impact role in a smaller organisation where you will act as both a senior engineer and strategic data partner, designing solutions that support both operational and long-term business goals. You will play an important role in the company’s migration to Microsoft Fabric, while continuing to build and optimise its existing SQL Server-based data warehouse environment. While primarily a backend engineering role, you will also support reporting via SSRS/Microsoft Power BI, with an increasing focus on AI-driven capabilities over time. As the Senior Data Engineer, you will work closely with the Solutions Architect and collaborate with teams across the business, with occasional travel to France and Germany. This opportunity suits someone with in-depth SQL experience who is looking to work with modern tools like Microsoft Fabric. Essential Skills Strong SQL Server experience (T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, stored procedures, functions, triggers) Data warehouse architecture, build and maintenance Excellent communication skills and ability to gather requirements from non-technical stakeholders at all levels Degree in Computer Science or STEM subject Comfortable working 4 days per week onsite in Vauxhall Desirable Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, Databricks Python or any other relevant language Experience with tools such as Power BI, Qlik or Tableau The role offers a package of £64k+, plus a bonus of up to 15%, along with a generous pension, 28 days' holiday, private medical insurance, permanent health insurance, study support, and a modern office with an onsite gym. If your experience aligns, apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, as this is expected to be a popular opportunity

(Apply online only) per day, Outside IR35

Initially 5 Month engagement

Remote - 1 day per month in East Sussex

Start ASAP!

Unify are proud to exclusively support a respected UK Consultancy who require the services of an experienced Database Architect, on an Outside IR35 basis, to help delivery a high-profile NHS program of work.

Experience / Skills required:

Technical environment:

• Azure SQL Managed Instance (SID)
• Azure SQL Database Elastic Pools (Plexus)

Deliverables:

• Architecture design
• Security implementation
• Performance & availability
• Governance
• Strategic roadmap
• Knowledge transfer

Standards and compliance:

• NHS IG
• GDPR
• FHIR
• HL7

We also need:

• Experience supporting Shared Care Record or integrated healthcare data platforms
• Experience enabling population health analytics and advanced data capabilities
• Experience working within large multi-organisation NHS programmes

Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team.

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Role: Oracle DBALocation: Sheffield, UK (Fully Onsite)
Type: 6-Month Contract with potential extension
Payrate: Circa 300 - 365/day Inside IR35

We are seeking an experienced Oracle DBA to take on a role strongly focused on database backup and recovery tasks. You will be essential in ensuring the integrity and recoverability of our critical Oracle DB and MySQL systems within our Enterprise Cloud Infrastructure.

Core Technical Focus:

• Backup Expert: Extensive experience with database backup and recovery, specifically using EMC Networker.
• Core DBA: Strong skills in Oracle DBA and experience with MySQL.
• Operating System: Experience in a Linux environment is preferred, but candidates with a strong Microsoft background will also be considered.
• Troubleshooting: Proven ability to own, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical faults within the infrastructure.

Key Operational Requirements:

• Automation: Programming skills, particularly Python, for automation and integration are highly desirable.
• Service Excellence: Manage Incidents, Service Requests, and Changes against strict SLAs/KPIs.
• CI Mindset: Actively apply Continuous Improvement (CI) methodology to drive efficiency.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively across matrix teams and possess strong stakeholder management skills.
• Learning Acumen: Demonstrate a willingness to learn and adopt new database technologies.

If you are a high-performing DBA specializing in backup solutions like EMC Networker and are driven by CI, apply today!

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join a growing team building a modern Microsoft Fabric data platform. This is a hands-on role designing and delivering scalable data pipelines, Lakehouse solutions, and analytics models within the Azure ecosystem.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and data models in Fabric (Data Factory, Notebooks, Spark)
• Write high-performance Spark SQL, T-SQL, Python/PySpark
• Manage ingestion, transformation, and loading from multiple sources
• Translate stakeholder requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Mentor team members and establish engineering standards, security, and governance
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and Fabric Copilot

Essential Experience:

• Microsoft Fabric & Azure Data ecosystem
• Lakehouse architectures & Data Factory
• Python, PySpark, Spark SQL
• Proven hands-on delivery in this stack

What’s on Offer:

• Salary: 70,000
• Excellent benefits & annual leave package
• Strong progression & development opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a modern, AI-enabled data platform
• Real ownership and influence in a growing, forward-thinking data team

If you’re an experienced Data Engineer with solidMicrosoft Fabric and Azure experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days travel to their offices in Hemel Hempstead)
Contract: Outside IR35
Day rate: Up to £700 per day
Duration: Initial 6 months but will most likely extend
Start date: ASAP
Key words: Data project management, hospitality

Our Client requires an experienced Data Programme Manager to lead a multi disciplinary data delivery function comprising predominantly on shore contractors and an off shore engineering team. This role will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of project work, small enhancements, and live service incidents within the data organisation.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, comfortable operating in ambiguity, and able to engage confidently across a wide range of business stakeholders including Commercial, CRM/Guest/Loyalty, Operations, and Contact Centre teams.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end to end delivery for data projects, enhancements, and live incident/defect management.
• Own the planning, prioritisation, and alignment of cross functional workstreams across on shore and off shore teams.
• Ensure delivery outcomes meet quality, timeline, and business value expectations.
• Drive clarity in work definition actively identify and resolve ambiguity in requirements.
  Team & Stakeholder Management
• Manage day to day activities of an on shore and an off shore teams.
• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders across Commercial, Guest/CRM/Loyalty, Hotel Operations, and Contact Centre.
• Act as a key liaison between business functions and the engineering teams, ensuring alignment of expectations and priorities.
• Provide guidance, unblock issues, and ensure teams remain focused on the right outcomes.
  Governance, Planning & Reporting
• Produce weekly status updates for the Head of Data and CTO, covering progress, risks, dependencies, and upcoming milestones.
• Develop and maintain workload plans, resource allocations, and delivery roadmaps.
• Ensure effective demand intake processes and support prioritisation conversations with the business.
• Track capacity, optimise resource utilisation, and highlight shortages or risks proactively.
  Quality, Risk & Issue Management
• Oversee live incidents, defects, and enhancements, ensuring timely triage, prioritisation, and resolution.
• Identify delivery risks early, communicate them clearly, and drive mitigation actions.
• Ensure robust change control processes are followed across programmes of work.
  Skills & Experience Required
• Proven experience as a Programme Manager or Senior Project Manager within data, analytics, or technology environments.
• Strong track record managing hybrid delivery teams (on shore & off shore).
• Experience working with both project work and operational/live service pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and challenge stakeholders constructively.
• Demonstrated capability in roadmap planning, resource management, and delivery governance.
• Ability to thrive in fast moving environments with loosely defined or evolving requirements.
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and delivery patterns (preferred but not essential).

Reporting To: Head of Analytics / Data Lead
Division: Data & Analytics
Location: UK - Remote first (office in Belfast optional)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 GBP
Working Hours: Candidates should be able to work until 6:30-7:00 pm GMT to align with PST teams

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Analytics Engineer - a proactive, self-directed professional who goes beyond executing tickets. This is a hands-on role for someone who can analyse systems, identify issues, propose solutions, and help guide priorities across a complex data ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Build clean, maintainable dbt models, and migrate custom SQL from Tableau into dbt pipelines.
• Structure data marts and help transition dashboards into robust, model-driven solutions.
• Handle complex, messy, or disparate data, reconciling inconsistencies across systems.
• Ensure reliability of reporting, KPIs, and downstream data outputs despite upstream variability.
• Collaborate closely with Revenue, RevOps, and other non-technical or semi-technical stakeholders.
• Participate in stakeholder interviews and contribute to prioritisation and translation of business needs into technical work.

Required Skills & Experience

• Deep dbt expertise, including model performance considerations and grain selection.
• Strong data modelling & architecture skills, able to navigate complex, tangled data environments.
• SQL mastery, able to complete complex transformations and pass technical assessments.
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake, Tableau (as a downstream consumer), Segment, Fivetran, and RDS.
• 7-10+ years in data-focused roles, comfortable operating in ambiguity and legacy systems.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable / Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with dbt MetricFlow or semantic layer implementations.
• Background working in distributed, global teams (LATAM, US, UK).

Candidate Profile

• Pragmatic and self-directed, thrives in messy ecosystems without requiring a full architecture rebuild.
• Comfortable balancing short-term triage with longer-term strategic thinking.
• Able to work autonomously and proactively guide projects to resolution.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Car salary sacrifice scheme
• Working from home allowance (£1,000 per year)
• Employer Pension contribution (4%)
• Pension salary sacrifice (from Jan 2026)
• Life Insurance
• Skills for Me allowance for personal development
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 3 statutory days (New Year’s Day, Christmas Day, May Bank Holiday)

Hiring Process

HackerRank assessment (~90 minutes, to be completed within 48 hours).Technical interview.Standard recruitment process.

Skills:
Data Snowflake SQL Tableau DBT

Benefits:
Work From Home

The Vacancy

Overview

Fieldfisher are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Systems Analyst for a challenging role within the Finance Systems Team. This is a pivotal role that will support the financial operations of our multinational legal firm. It will involve collaborating closely with Finance, IT, and Practice Groups to enhance system capabilities, strengthen data governance, and drive process efficiency. The ideal candidate brings deep financial systems expertise, a strong understanding of professional services environments, and the ability to navigate complex, operational requirements with professionalism.

Responsibilities

The role will primarily include, but is not limited to, the below tasks:

• Deliver & support the implementation of D365 F&O across GL, Projects, AR & AP
• Design and configure financial processes within D365 F&O providing subject matter expertise
• Champion the continuous improvement and development of finance systems and processes
• Providing leadership & mentoring to the finance systems team & finance business users
• Drive & manage complex projects including change management

Experience and Knowledge

• Legal finance experience preferred, with solid experience in a similar position
• Strong background in finance or accountancy (CIMA/ACCA preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of a leading practice management system (Elite, Aderant) or ERP (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Experience with D365 F&O with full lifecycle implementation experience - initiation to deployment
• Experience in project and task management
• Highly motivated with ability to ‘run with the program’ and manage demanding workloads
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Personable, confident & able to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Adaptable and flexible approach
• Pro-active, takes ownership and applies initiative

Who are we looking for?

• We don’t have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. Were a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits Fieldfisher .
• Modern Office Space: Located in the iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a ‘build a career’ approach to your training. You’ll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you’d like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine, at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

For accessibility information on our Belfast office, visit: Accessing Fieldfisher Belfast Hub Fieldfisher

What to do next:

• Click ‘Apply Now’, complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 2030-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But we’ll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities, you’ll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can’t always promise that. We will work around everyone’s availability. You can contact us at .

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

The School Information Systems (SIS) and Data Systems Specialist is a non-teaching, operational role within the Technology, Information Literacy, and Media (TILM) department. The primary responsibility of the role is the day-to-day administration, configuration, and effective operation of the Student Information System (Veracross), which is a core platform underpinning the school’s academic and operational processes.

Alongside this core responsibility, the role contributes to the development, maintenance, and improvement of applications, data workflows, and automations that support the school’s operations. While application development and automation form an important part of the role, particularly over time, stewardship of Veracross, data integrity, and reliable system operation are the priority, especially during the initial period in post.

The SIS and Data Systems Specialist reports to and works under the direction of the Network and Data Integration Manager. All development, configuration, and integration work is undertaken within agreed priorities and architectural oversight, ensuring alignment with departmental strategy, security expectations, and school needs.

Summary of Major Responsibilities

Veracross Administration and Development:

• Manage the day-to-day administration and configuration of the Veracross Student Information System.
• Configure schedules, calendars, parent conferences, access controls, and user permissions.
• Maintain data quality, data integrity, and appropriate access across Veracross modules.
• Produce reports, data extracts, and imports to support academic and operational teams.
• Use Veracross APIs, data structures, and tools to develop integrations, scripts, and automations.

Applications and Automation:

• Develop and maintain scripts, workflows, and lightweight applications that improve operational efficiency.
• Support the design and development of in-house applications to meet school needs.
• Migrate legacy solutions, including FileMaker Pro databases and applications, to modern and sustainable platforms.

Data and Systems Support:

• Support data flows and integrations between Veracross and other school systems under the guidance of the Digital Integration Manager.
• Lead and support the data rostering (students and staff) for internal and external assessments including NWEA MAP, ACER ISA, and aimswebPlus in coordination with the Office of Teaching & Learning.
• Troubleshoot application, data, and integration issues and escalate where appropriate.
• Maintain clear technical documentation for configurations, scripts, and applications.

Security:

• Apply secure development and administration practices in all work.
• Follow data protection, access control, and safeguarding requirements when handling systems and data.
• Identify and escalate risks, data issues, or security concerns appropriately.

Collaboration and Professional Growth:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across academic and operational teams to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Respond to and resolve assigned Helpdesk tickets related to Veracross, applications, data, and integrations, in line with departmental service expectations.
• Escalate issues appropriately and keep stakeholders informed of progress.
• Participate in team meetings, planning, and professional development.
• Perform other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the role, as requested by the Digital Integration Manager or Director of Technology.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience working with application platforms, databases, or information systems.
• Demonstrable experience with scripting, automation, or application development.
• Experience working with structured data and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take technical direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable Qualifications / Experience:

• Experience working with Veracross or a comparable Student Information System.
• Experience with FileMaker.
• Experience with AppSheet.
• Experience with APIs, data integrations, and workflow automation.
• Experience migrating or modernizing legacy systems.
• Experience working in a school or similar complex organization.

This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary.

The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken.

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.

ASL is dedicated to fostering courageous global citizenship in a diverse and inclusive school environment. In our international community, we aspire for the cultures and backgrounds of our employees to mirror those of our families and student body, and we enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse life experiences, perspectives and skills. Educators with knowledge of global education and prospective applicants for any position who are committed to diversity and inclusion are particularly welcome to apply. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, maternity or parental status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here .

Job Title: TM1 Planning Developer
Location: Remote - Inside IR35.
Start Date: April
Job Type: Contract

We’re looking for a TM1/IBM Planning Analytics Developer to support the development and optimisation of enterprise planning solutions within a complex data environment.

You will be responsible for designing and maintaining TM1 models and cubes, developing business rules and processes, and supporting financial and operational planning workflows. The role involves working closely with finance and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance planning and reporting solutions.

This is a 3 month initial contract, remote and Inside IR35.

Key requirements:

• Strong experience with IBM TM1/Planning Analytics
• Development of cubes, dimensions, rules and TurboIntegrator (TI) processes
• Experience supporting financial planning, forecasting and reporting
• Performance optimisation and troubleshooting of TM1 models
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.

Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.

Sheffield or Birmingham Hybrid (3-days onsite)

We’re partnering with a leading financial services client who are looking for a Data Risk & Controls Manager to join their global team responsible for strengthening data risk governance and control frameworks across the organisation. This is an initial 8-month contract inside IR35.

The Role

This position plays a key role in ensuring that global data control frameworks align with UK regulatory requirements, acting as the UK representative within an international team. You will support risk and control owners, challenge existing risk assessments, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation’s data control environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the UK representative within a global data risk and controls team
• Support risk and control owners in strengthening control frameworks
• Develop and drive action plans to address control gaps
• Assess the effectiveness and sustainability of data controls
• Challenge whether risks have been appropriately identified and mitigated
• Influence improvements and next steps across the control environment
• Confidently engage with senior stakeholders and leadership
• Provide constructive challenge within governance and risk discussions

Focus Areas:

• Data privacy
• Data storage and retention
• Data usage and governance
• Metadata management
• Data movement between applications

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience within financial services and in operational risk, non-financial risk, or data risk.
• Hands-on experience with data control frameworks (1st, 2nd or 3rd Line of Defence)
• Strong knowledge of data privacy and regulatory requirements (UK experience beneficial)
• Experience working across Data, IT, Risk, or Audit functions
• Proven ability to influence, challenge and engage stakeholders
• Experience identifying control gaps and driving process improvements
• Ability to present complex issues clearly to senior non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working within financial services or another highly regulated industry preferred
• Exposure to automation initiatives is advantageous
• Experience engaging with regulatory bodies is beneficial
• Relevant industry certifications are a plus

More details available on successful application.

Senior Data Engineer - Sponsorship Offered

65,000 - 72,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent Benefits

London 2-3 days on-site

Our client is a leading global hospitality brand undergoing an exciting period of rapid growth and transformation. With significant investment in data and technology, they are building a world-class data platform to power decision-making across every area of the business - from supply chain and logistics to marketing, customer sales and in-store operations.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer with deep expertise in Databricks to design, build, and optimize the clients data platform. This role will be pivotal in developing scalable data pipelines, enabling advanced analytics, and driving data quality and governance across the organisation.

You’ll work closely with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to transform raw data into trusted, actionable insights that power critical business decisions.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Databricks
• Strong working knowledge Azure
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL/ELT design, and data lakehouse concepts.

To apply for this role please email across your CV ASAP.

PostgreSQL DBA - Active SC, Pgvector, PostGIS

Up to 500 per day (Outside IR35)

London / Hybrid (1-2 days per week onsite)

6 Months

My client is a high profile Consultancy who urgently require a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) with Active Security Clearance (Active SC) to work with a high profile end customer.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA)
• Must hold Active Security Clearance (SC)
• Core development / maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions)
• Experience with clustering and extensions such as Pgvector PostGIS and AGE
• Data migration experience from existing database(s) to Postgres database(s)
• Ability to recreate existing data models and develop new data models in accordance with user requirements

Nice to have:

• Immediate availability
• Awareness / familiarity with Defence Information Exchange Standards
• Working knowledge of UI integration including geotooling

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Job Role: Data Engineer - Join Our Fintech Revolution! Location: London, UK Job Type: Full-time, in-office Reports To: Chief Technology Officer Salary: Competitive About Us We are an innovative fintech organisation committed to reshaping the future of homeownership by providing cutting-edge mortgage and insurance products. Our mission is to empower underserved borrower segments in the UK mortgage market. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and support, enabling our team members to thrive! Job Purpose Are you a data enthusiast ready to take on an exciting challenge? As a Data Engineer, you will design, build, and operate our internal data platform, ensuring data from third-party systems is accurate, structured, and ready for insightful analysis. You will play a crucial role in managing data pipelines and ensuring high-quality data flows that meet our business needs. Key Responsibilities Data Platform & Engineering Build and maintain data ingestion pipelines using Azure Data Lake (ADLS Gen2) and Microsoft Fabric. Seamlessly integrate third-party platforms and implement data transformations. Develop datasets for Power BI and support management information reporting. Contribute to data architecture discussions, aligning with best practises. Data Quality & Governance Implement automated data quality checks and maintain clear documentation. Ensure consistent application of data definitions and business rules across teams. Support auditability through traceable data processing steps. Delivery & Collaboration Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to meet reporting needs. Work closely with Information Security to ensure compliant data handling. Participate in agile sprints, contributing to technical planning. Operational Ownership Monitor data pipeline health, performance, and reliability. Troubleshoot data issues swiftly, communicating effectively with stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement of the data platform's resilience and performance. Key Requirements Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. Experience & Skills Essential Hands-on experience as a Data Engineer in a modern cloud environment. Strong expertise in Azure data services (ADLS, Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric). Proficient in SQL and data modelling. Experience with API integration and SFTP data feeds. Excellent communication skills for engaging non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Background in financial services or fintech. Familiarity with Power BI dataset modelling. Knowledge of DevOps/CI/CD practises for data engineering. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented and committed to data quality. Analytical and pragmatic problem-solving approach. Ability to balance speed and quality in delivery. Collaborative mindset with a passion for cross-functional teamwork. What We Offer Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Generous Annual Leave: 25 days plus statutory days, increasing by one day after five years of service, up to 30 days. Are you ready to make an impact in the world of fintech? Join us on our journey to innovate and empower! Apply today to become a vital part of our dynamic team! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

A well-established organisation in Glasgow is looking for a SQL Database Administrator to join the IT team (fully on-site). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and optimising the organisation's SQL database environments, ensuring data is secure, reliable and accessible to support business-critical systems and reporting. What You'll Be Doing: You'll be at the heart of the organisation's data infrastructure, acting as the go-to expert for managing and maintaining the company's SQL estate. From monitoring performance and troubleshooting database issues to supporting system integrations and data transfers, you'll take ownership of keeping databases running smoothly and efficiently. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the IT function including the BI team, developers and infrastructure specialists, helping to ensure data is accurate, available and performing optimally across the organisation. A big part of the role will involve supporting reporting and analytics initiatives by working with BI analysts and developers to ensure data is structured and accessible for Business Intelligence tools. You'll also be responsible for implementing and maintaining backup, recovery and disaster recovery strategies, as well as carrying out performance tuning and query optimisation where required. Alongside the hands-on technical work, you'll maintain documentation, ensure data security best practices are followed and contribute to continuous improvements across the organisation's data platforms. This is a varied and technical role where you'll have the opportunity to work across both production and non-production environments while supporting a range of internal stakeholders. You'll ideally have most of the following: You'll be an experienced and detail-oriented database professional who enjoys solving complex problems and ensuring systems operate reliably. You'll be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with both technical and non-technical colleagues while managing multiple priorities. \* Strong experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments \* Experience with performance tuning, query optimisation and database monitoring \* Experience implementing and maintaining backup, recovery and disaster recovery solutions\* \* Experience supporting BI and reporting solutions (eg Power BI) \* Experience with Azure-based database environments \* Strong troubleshooting, communication and organisational skills Experience working with technologies such as ODBC, OpenQuery, MySQL, MSSQL or Salesforce data would be beneficial but is not essential. This role comes with a salary of up to £52,000 + benefits and is based full-time on-site in Glasgow (5 days per week). If this sounds interesting, please apply or contact Matt MacAlpine. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Salary banding £59,966 - £67,468 with market supplement available up to £87,000, 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, hybrid working (3 days per week in office), competitive pension and other benefits

Hays Technology are working in partnership with a Higher Education client to recruit a Head of DevOps and DataOps vacancy on a permanent basis.

It is an exciting time to be joining this Digital Services team as they deliver on an ambitious digital strategy and masterplan that will drive significant digital transformation across the organisation. The role is responsible for the development and support of the major applications, master data, and information reporting systems that support the University’s business processes, including student records, timetabling, accommodation management, research management, finance, HR/payroll, marketing, and facilities management. It is critical to enabling the University to streamline and automate processes to enhance efficiency and reliability; ensuring valuable data and insights are provided to support the University’s growth, serve students, and improve operational efficiency.
You will have responsibility for a team of 23 staff within the department, including line management for the team leaders of the five sub teams; DevOps, DataOps, ERPOps, Dev Team, Agile Delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams including solution, low-code, data and integration developers, delivering new digital solutions, automation and operational excellence.
• Set future technology direction through horizon planning, guidance on emerging platforms (eg Power Platform and data technologies) and adoption of best practice.
• Embed strong customer focus, continuous learning, coaching, and knowledge-sharing to maximise capability and minimise operational risk.

Technical Governance & Quality

• Establish and maintain development standards, toolsets, source control, documentation templates and policies.
• Ensure quality, security and resilience are integral to all development and integration activities.
• Maintain expert knowledge of systems integration, solution development and emerging trends, acting as a trusted technical adviser to senior stakeholders.
• Participate as a key member of the Architecture Board, assuring solution design and architectural compliance.

Systems Ownership & Operations

• Own and continuously improve critical enterprise systems (eg ERP, Student Records and associated data, application and database platforms).
• Act as escalation point for 2nd and 3rd line incidents, ensuring timely resolution and supplier engagement.
• Lead preventative maintenance, upgrades, disaster recovery planning, configuration management and risk management for relevant systems.
• Work closely with partners and suppliers on roadmap development, defects, enhancements and incident resolution.

Resource & Delivery Management

• Plan and prioritise resources across Dev, Agile Delivery, ERPOps and DataOps teams, balancing operational demands with long-term strategy.
• Maintain accurate resource plans and guide estimation and sizing of development activity.
• Work with Service Owners and Project Managers to ensure effective allocation of developer capacity for projects, change, support and upgrades.
• Proactively identify, mitigate and resolve resourcing risks to maintain delivery momentum.

If you would like to apply, you must have the following skills and experience:

• Educated to degree level in an IT related discipline or with equivalent additional experience.
• Previous experience in an IT Leadership or management role.
• Substantial technical experience in solutions development and system implementation within one or more operating environments within a complex IT service serving a large organisation.
• Brings clear, ‘customer focussed’ thinking to the development of technical strategies, standards and design principles.
• Maintains excellent awareness of technical innovations and emerging trends.
• Successful track record in building and leading highly flexible teams of developers and technical experts, operating in a Matrix environment.
• Familiar with the technologies relevant to the team’s purpose.
• Experience with any or all of the following are of interest: Microsoft M365 and Azure technologies, including Office 365, Business Intelligence or SAP ERP (Basis, FI, HR, ESS/MSS, Payroll, SRM, PI) or Tribal SITS or MS SQL Server.

If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV.

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PostgreSQL DBA - Active SC, Pgvector, PostGIS

Up to £500 per day (Outside IR35)

London/Hybrid (1-2 days per week onsite)

6 months

My client is a high profile Consultancy who urgently require a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) with Active Security Clearance (Active SC) to work with a high profile end customer.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA)
• Must hold Active Security Clearance (SC)
• Core development/maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions)
• Experience with clustering and extensions such as Pgvector PostGIS and AGE
• Data migration experience from existing database(s) to Postgres database(s)
• Ability to recreate existing data models and develop new data models in accordance with user requirements

Nice to have:

• Immediate availability
• Awareness/familiarity with Defence Information Exchange Standards
• Working knowledge of UI integration including geotooling

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.