<h2>RECRUITING QA &amp; TESTING TEAMS FIT FOR INNOVATION​</h2>
Ensuring quality and stability across each of your products is critical if everyday operations are to run smoothly. Having exceptional QA specialists on your team is the only way you can guarantee this. ​
<h4>QA PROFESSIONALS IN HIGH DEMAND​</h4>
Xcede work alongside a range of organisations who are looking for top tech talent, from innovative start-ups to major household names. We understand that every organisation&rsquo;s needs are different, and so the talent provided must be tailored to these. We can support you with all aspects of QA and Testing whether that be manual or automated, providing niche specialists to test across all products, from servers to native apps, websites and beyond.
<h4>Xcede&rsquo;s QA Expertise</h4>
From ecommerce to marketing, and FinTech to EdTech, the need for QA &amp; Testing experts across every sector continues to grow. This means that the pool of QA &amp; Testing jobs, from contract and temporary to permanent and interim, is also on the rise.
<h4>Xcede&rsquo;s QA and Testing Job Vacancies</h4>
Our leading tech team offer a broad range of QA &amp; Testing jobs across Europe. We recruit for a variety of QA &amp; Testing at all levels, including: Manual Testers, Automation Testers, SDETS, Developers in Test, QA Engineer, Technical Tester and many more.
See how Xcede can build you an outstanding tech team from the ground up. QA specialists, explore our latest opportunities below to see how we can propel your career to the next level.

Our client who is a leading energy business based in France are looking for a Business Expert Product Owner with the following key responsibilities:Leading Business Functions: You'll be working with a team of 65 developers, architects, and business experts. Your role will involve composing solutions for various stakeholders and customers.Facilitating Business Ramp-Up: As a Business Expert Product Owner, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth business operations and growth. This includes identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency.Delivering Software Services: You'll be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of software services to customers. This involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing project timelines a broad understanding of business and software fundamentals with 8+ years.Experience in software development and delivery.Experience in European market management systems for electricity.Technical knowledge and experience are expected in the following domains:Applications development in IT/Multitier/SOA/Web context DevOps and Agile methodologyExperience as Product Owner in Agile ScrumXml file format, xsd schemasTest automation tools knowledge and principle of Test AutomationRelational databases (SQLServer, PostgreSQL, Oracle) Web Services (SOAP, REST) Linux and Windows operating systems and servicesSCM (SVN, Git)Atlassian tools, JIRA Abilities: Experience with business analysis in an operational context (project delivery)Experience with integration aspects linked to digital and computer systems.Knowledge of international distributed teams and organization across multiple sitesProcess and methodology oriented.People skills, especially capability to drive a team towards a common goal, experienced with offshore teams is mandatory.Highly collaborative and able to work across the organization.Travels in Europe to be foreseen.English fluent speaking and writing mandatory.Capacity to promote continuous improvement. Customer-Facing Role: You'll interact directly with customers from four countries. Effective communication and understanding customer needs will be essential.Regional System Expertise: Given the focus on Nordic countries, familiarity with regional systems and requirements will be advantageous.Energy Background: While not mandatory, having experience in the energy sector could be a bonus. Experience from services background also nice to have. Office-Based Role: You'll need to work from the office, based in Massy near Paris 2 days a week.Salary: The offered salary is €75,000 per year + 15% bonus + benefits. Please send your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Business Expert - Product Owner

Data Engineering Manager Permanent£100,000 - £105,000 + benefitsLondon (hybrid working - 1 day per week in office) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a Publishing company who are looking to hire a Data Engineering Manager. They are looking for someone with extensive Data Engineering experience who can line manage a Global team of 4 experienced Data Engineers and bridge the gap between technology and the business. The main focus of this role is management, strategy, and Global stakeholder management. There will be a small element of hands on work, but the team are experienced, so most of this role will be strategy. Key skills/experience required:<ul><li>A degree in a STEM subject</li><li>Background as a Data Engineer + at least 2 years working as a manager of Data Engineers</li><li>Proven leadership experience with ability to manage and improve team members</li><li>Excellent senior stakeholder management skills</li><li>Ability to influence overall data strategy</li><li>Technical proficiency with Azure stack</li><li>Python/SQL expertise</li><li>Experience managing Global teams and comfortable managing different timezones</li></ul> For more information, please send an up-to-date CV to <a href="mailto:nathan.carolan@xcede.com">nathan.carolan@xcede.com</a> Data Engineering Manager, Data pipelines, ETL, ELT, Modern tech stack, Azure , Python, SQL, Databricks, Data Modelling, Leadership, Strategy, Global

Data Engineering Manager

Are you an experienced 360 recruiter with a passion for connecting top-notch talent with cutting-edge cyber technology companies? If so, we'd love to speak with you! 💥 ABOUT US:At Xcede we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and collaborative efforts to drive success. We are a leading force in the technology sector, committed to pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and creating a workplace where everyone's unique strengths are celebrated.Alongside the many successes over the past year, including winning Technology Recruitment Agency of the Year 2023, celebrating 5 years of Feefo excellence and receiving Platinum Trusted Service award for the third year in a row; we are aiming even higher for 2024 and looking for trailblazers to join the journey! 🏆 POSITION: SENIOR CONTRACT RECRUITER CYBER: DACH MARKET Our team specialise in delivering security experts across the value chain of a security vendor organisation, from product conceptualisation to implementation and taking your product to market.From pioneering tech start-ups to leading vendors and prominent household names, Xcede has a proven track record of delivering tailored talent solutions for various organisations. We aim to become an extension of our clients talent acquisition team to support you at your most challenging stages of growth and unanticipated hiring cycles. WHY CHOOSE US:🌍 Transformational Talent: We attract the talent that is helping shape the new global economy.🚀 Endless Growth and Professional Development Opportunities: Your career trajectory is boundless, with prospects for international leadership roles.🤝🏽International Collaboration and Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and supportive team spanning continents where your voice is valued and everyone feels welcomed!✈ Amazing worldwide incentives! - Thailand is the next stop this month for our incentive hitters!💥 Innovative Technology: Work with cutting-edge technology companies and contribute to shaping the future of the industry. OUR VALUES: We are committed to excellence and live and breathe our core values:🚀Performance ⏳ Pace 🤝Partnership 🌟Personality WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:<ul><li>Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li><li>Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li><li>Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li><li>Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li><li>Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL BRING:<ul><li>Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology roles</li><li>Fluent in German or proven experience working in the DACH market.</li><li>Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li><li>Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.</li></ul> BENEFITS:WELLBEING⛱ Increasing holiday allowance - You'll start with 25 days and this will increase for every promotion or every year of service👨‍👧‍👧Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave🏃‍♀️ GymPass - Gym Subscription Programme🌿 CSR Day - Use a day to volunteer, complete charity work or attend any fundraising event such as a marathon. If this falls on the weekend, use the next day to recover! WORK-LIFE BALANCE🌎 5 days to work from anywhere around the globe🤸‍♂️Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option🕺 Early finish Fridays✈ Relocation Opportunities🌟Christmas and New Year closure OTHER BENEFITS 👶 Workplace Nursery - A partnership to pay for your nursery fees pre-tax and NI - We will also contribute £100 per month above your nursey fees🤝 4% Pension Contribution🕺 Early finish Fridays👀 Eyecare Subsidy💕Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 For more insight into our culture check our insta page: @xcede_group 🖤Xcede is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Senior Recruitment Consultant (Contract Market)

We connect companies with exceptional professionals that empower growth 🚀Founded in 2003, our vertical specialists provide global transformational talent in data, product, software, cloud and cyber. We work with businesses, from pioneering start-ups to global brands, to find project-based or permanent talent that enables innovation in line with their vision and goals and we are hiring!! ABOUT US:At Xcede we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and collaborative efforts to drive success. We are a leading force in the technology sector, committed to pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and creating a workplace where everyone's unique strengths are celebrated.Alongside the many successes over the past year, including winning Technology Recruitment Agency of the Year 2023, celebrating 5 years of Feefo excellence and receiving Platinum Trusted Service award for the third year in a row; we are aiming even higher for 2024 and looking for trailblazers to join the journey! 🏆 POSITION: SENIOR CONTRACT RECRUITER TECHNOLOGY SECTORLOCATION: LONDON WHY CHOOSE US:🌍 Transformational Talent: We attract the talent that is helping shape the new global economy.🚀 Endless Growth and Professional Development Opportunities: Your career trajectory is boundless, with prospects for international leadership roles.🤝🏽International Collaboration and Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and supportive team spanning continents where your voice is valued and everyone feels welcomed!✈ Amazing worldwide incentives! - Thailand is the next stop this month for our incentive hitters!💥 Innovative Technology: Work with cutting-edge technology companies and contribute to shaping the future of the industry. OUR VALUES: We are committed to excellence and live and breathe our core values:🚀Performance ⏳ Pace 🤝Partnership 🌟Personality WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: <ul><li>Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li><li>Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li><li>Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li><li>Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li><li>Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li></ul> WHAT YOU'LL BRING: <ul><li>Proven track record of winning business and lead generation</li><li>Experience in contract recruitment across either cloud, data, software, cyber or product markets</li><li>Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li><li>Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.</li></ul> BENEFITS:WELLBEING⛱ Increasing holiday allowance - You'll start with 25 days and this will increase for every promotion or every year of service👨‍👧‍👧Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave🏃‍♀️ GymPass - Gym Subscription Programme🌿 CSR Day - Use a day to volunteer, complete charity work or attend any fundraising event such as a marathon. If this falls on the weekend, use the next day to recover! WORK-LIFE BALANCE🌎 5 days to work from anywhere around the globe🤸‍♂️Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option🕺 Early finish Fridays✈ Relocation Opportunities🌟Christmas and New Year closure OTHER BENEFITS 👶 Workplace Nursery - A partnership to pay for your nursery fees pre-tax and NI - We will also contribute £100 per month above your nursey fees🤝 4% Pension Contribution🕺 Early finish Fridays👀 Eyecare Subsidy💕Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 For more insight into our culture check our insta page: @xcede_group 🖤Xcede is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Principal Recruitment Consultant 

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE NOT GRADUATED FROM A RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITY AND FINISHED WITH A 2.1 OR ABOVE. I am currently recruiting for a AWS DevOps Engineer to work to a well established Hedge Fund located in the heart of London. You will be joining the global Cloud Infrastructure team to design, build and support services and solutions to meet a wide variety of business requirements.This position is a hybrid role, 3 days in Office and 2 days working remotely. <ul><li>The ideal candidate would come from a Financial Services Background or Large Technology organisation who is an SME within an AWS cloud environment.</li><li>Experience using Kubernetes / terraform with good scripting skills - Linux</li><li>Strong focus on AWS, DevOps, and Python programming. </li><li>Extensive knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices.</li><li>Infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.</li></ul>Open on package - circa £140k to £180k total comp however the official line from my client, is that they will pay what they need to land top talent.If this is something of interest, please apply below.

AWS DevOps Engineer

Digital Analyst Up to £50kLocation- London (Hybrid)Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading Entertainment in the UK. Reporting into the Digital Director, you will be in charge of deep diving into ecommerce metrics like conversion rate and site funnels, uncovering guest frictions and trading opportunities lurking beneath the surface.They want someone to explore revenue-rich shores and optimize campaigns across PPC, SEO, Affiliates, and social media. Key skills/experience required:- Familiarity with analytics tools like GA4- Knowledge of SQL databases is advantageousFor more information, please send an up to date CV to daniel.wexler@xcede.com

Digital Analyst 

Identity and Access Management Architect 6-month contractOutside Ir35Remote We are currently seeking an Identity and Access Management (IDAM) Architect to support a leading UK Utility provider who needs an Architect with strong design and implementation experience in IDAM solutions. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Interpret strategic direction into tangible work packages to enable our internal product team (e.g. in End user compute) to deliver solutions (e.g. Azure Identity Protection) </li><li>Work with technical stakeholders to deliver IDAM solutions in an order that both: meets business needs and makes technical sense</li><li>Support tactical initiatives, such as Active Directory and Group Policy health checks, by identifying root causes and proposing (architectural) improvements.</li><li>Lead solutions options assessments, in collaboration with the IDAM SME, to specify new solutions that meet business needs and are maintainable</li><li>Support a journey towards identity-first zero trust and a single digital identity.</li></ul>For more information, please apply below

Identity and Access Management Architect 

PermanentSalary up to £80,000 + bonusLocation: Fully remote UK or Hybrid (London)Lead Engineer - UK -Java, SDET, SEIT, Testing, Spring, Unit Testing, Shift Left Xcede are partnering with one the most exciting technology platforms in the UK utilised by millions of customers on a daily basis Role:We are looking for a several senior software engineers in test to work primarily with the backend team to increase test exposure within Java and its ecosystem Key skills/requirements:<ul><li>Java API testing experience</li><li>CI/CD delivery automation is a nice to have</li><li>Comfortable working directly with backend engineers integrated into the team</li><li>Experience with Spring/Spring Boot beneficial</li><li>Experience working in an Agile environment</li><li>Ability to work across different teams with developers, designers &amp; product owners</li></ul> Do not miss out! Reach out now to sam.webb@xcede.com

Senior Software Engineer in Test (Java)

PermanentSalary up to £80,000 + bonusLocation: Fully remote UK or Hybrid (London)Lead Engineer - UK - React, Typescript, Playwright, Storybook, Webpack Xcede are partnering with one the most exciting technology platforms in the UK utilised by millions of customers on a daily basis Role:We are looking for a several senior frontend engineers focused primarily on building out the high traffic core platform. Key skills/requirements:<ul><li>Experiece with one high traffic website or platform is ideal</li><li>Excellent modern Javascript with React Ecosystem (Next.js)</li><li>Experience with tools such as Playwright, Storybook and Webpack is idela</li><li>Experience working in an Agile environment</li></ul> Do not miss out! Reach out now to sam.webb@xcede.com

Senior Frontend Engineer (React)

Permanent Salary up to £80,000 Location: Fully remote UK or Hybrid (London) Senior Engineer - UK - Java, Spring, Kotlin, AWS, MongoDB Xcede are partnering with one the most exciting B2B fintech platforms in the UK who are on the mission to transform the industry. Role:We are looking for a senior backend engineer who will be driving forward the development and feature implementation for the brand new platform Key skills/requirements:<ul><li>Large scale, high volume microservices experience within Java</li><li>Cloud based development experience, ideally AWS</li><li>Excellent modern Java experience is a must (8/11)</li><li>Experience with Spring/Spring Boot or Kotlin is ideal</li><li>Experience working in an Agile environment</li><li>Ability to work across different teams with developers, designers &amp; product owners</li></ul> Do not miss out! Reach out now to sam.webb@xcede.com

Senior Backend Engineer (Java/Kotlin) - Fintech - Remote UK

<div class="job-preview__description ">Permanent Salary up to £100,000 Location: Fully remote UK or Hybrid (London) Lead Engineer - UK - Java, Spring, Kotlin, AWS, MongoDB Xcede are partnering with one the most exciting B2B fintech platforms in the UK who are on the mission to transform the industry. Role:We are looking for an engineering lead who will be driving forward technical standards and decision making within one of the core squads. You will be able to remain hands on with engineering alongside technical and team leadership. Key skills/requirements:<ul><li>Large scale, high volume microservices experience within Java</li><li>Cloud based development experience, ideally AWS</li><li>Excellent modern Java experience is a must (8/11)</li><li>Experience with Spring/Spring Boot or Kotlin is ideal</li><li>Experience working in an Agile environment</li><li>Ability to work across different teams with developers, designers &amp; product owners</li></ul> Do not miss out! Reach out now to sam.webb@xcede.com</div>

Lead Engineer (Java/Kotlin) - Fintech - Remote UK

Python Software Engineer - Remote BioTechXcede are working with a Cambridge based BioTech whose cloud based platform allows users to upload and analyse their data using advanced ML techniques. Your impact on the platform will have a direct effect on patients lives through faster, more accurate and reliable data which is already being used by their partners to change lives for the better!The role is remote, with the team meeting up once per month for whiteboarding sessions and socials.We are looking for experienced developers to help direct the development of their platform, REST APIs and web-based UI. You will be working on the Python backend and depending on your skills the Next.js front end which is deployed using Terraform to their EKS environment on AWS.What will you need? · A STEM degree from a well-respected university · Full right to work in the UK without restriction, time limit, or sponsorship · Proficiency in Python · You have built, documented, and tested REST APIs · Experience with AWS cloud services · Produce maintainable, testable, documented, production-grade code · Have utilised CI/CD processes (gitlab preferred) · Strong written and verbal communication skills · Experience of working in a team using agile methodologies Good to have: · Comfortable with Linux-based operating systems · Experience using Django · Exposure to JavaScript/TypeScript is a bonus but not essential · Familiarity with SQL and good schema design · Have built and optimised Docker containers and Docker-compose Please note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role. If you would like to hear more please drop me a message or apply below.

Python Software Engineer - Remote BioTech Start-Up

Lead Digital AnalystPermanentUp to £65kLondon (Hybrid)Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading travel company in the UK.You will be the key digital analytics contact across marketing, commercial and holidays and deliver insights driving commercial actions to meet their revenue targets.They want someone to build and maintain digital reports and dashboards that are created for trading and marketing ensuring automation avoiding manual reports.Key skills/experience required:- Experience working with GA4 is a must have- Data Visualisation Experience is a must (ideally Looker)For more information, please send an up to date CV to daniel.wexler@xcede.com

Lead Digital Analyst

Xcede are delighted to be working with one of the leading travel companies globally. They are attempting to utilise technology to re-design operational optimization, with a particular focus on Data Science. If you are a forward thinking Product Lead, with a background in Data Science, then this may be the perfect opportunity to innovate, set new standards for excellence, and inspire success. What you'll be doing within the role:<ul><li>Lead on the strategy &amp; technical development of digital tools for operational optimisation.</li><li>Work closely with the Head of Data and wider cross functional teams to shape the Product Strategy.</li><li>Drive to solve technical data science problems, in order to advance how the business are growing from within.</li><li>Truly understanding all corners of the business, as well as the wider customer base, to enhance collaboration and stakeholder experience.</li></ul>Your experience that you can bring to the role:<ul><li>A background in Data Science - either working or education.</li><li>Expert knowledge around Machine Learning &amp; Artificial Intelligence techniques.</li><li>Success transforming strategic aims into a fully functioning roadmap.</li><li>You've previously delivered successful technical &amp; transformational projects.</li></ul>If this sounds like a role you'd potentially be interested in, please do get in touch by either applying directly, or feel free to reach out via email - sam.keene@xcede.com

Data Science Product Lead 

Salesforce Engineering Manager - Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components Location - Munich (remote) Salary - 90,000€ - 100,000€ (can go higher for right candidate) This is a great opportunity to join a multinational company in the Education-tech space, that are digitalising the industry with the aim of expanding its educational offer and making a real change for the better. They work in a remote-first environment that really promotes and develops employees from within. The company are looking for strong Salesforce developers as they are continuing to grow their headcount. The best part? They are looking for new staff to join their teams! Could you be the right candidate? Read on to figure that out. The role:<ul><li>Analyse and develop services for the Salesforce Enterprise platform and provide high-quality solutions</li><li>Develop complex Apex modules and drive the development of the multi-tenant environment with other business units</li><li>Responsible for continuously improving deployment automation processes (CI/CD)</li><li>Mentor other team members and provide technical guidance (50% managerial, 50% hands-on technical)</li></ul> What do you need?<ul><li>Multiple years of relevant professional experience in a Salesforce environment</li><li>Good programming skills in Apex, Visualforce and Lightning Web Components</li><li>Experience with web services and implementing Salesforce CI/CD processes with GitLab, SFDX</li><li>Leadership or management skills are desirable</li><li>You are familiar with scrum methodologies and you have excellent communication skills</li><li>Fluent in English, any German language skills are a plus</li></ul> Benefits include flexible working hours, remote working and a learning and development budget for every employee. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Jorden Chan on Jorden.chan@xcede.de for other opportunities.

Salesforce Engineering Manager

Data Engineering Manager London (1 day per week in office)£90,000 - £105,000 Salary + Benefits Xcede are excited to be partnered with a major publishing company in looking for a Data Engineering Manager. The succesful candidate will be required to lead a team of on-shore and off-shore Data Engineers whilst remaining hands on. The tech stack is Azure/Databricks, however they are cloud agnostic so will consider candidates from any cloud background. Key skills/experience:<ul><li>Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent</li><li>Prior experience as a Data Engineering Manager or Lead Data Engineer</li><li>Excellent python coding skills</li><li>Strong experience building ETL/ELT Data pipelines </li><li>Experience working with cloud providers (Azure preferred but will consider AWS/GCP)</li><li>Excellent strategical approach</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>Excellent people management skills (prefereably with global teams)</li></ul> Please register your interest by sending your CV to nathan.carolan@xcede.com or click the Apply Link! Data Engineering, Python, SQL, Azure, Data Factory, Databricks, Data Pipelines, Management, Strategy

Data Engineering Manager 

Technical SEO Manager Location - Hamburg (in office around a few times per month) Salary - up to 60,000€ This is a great opportunity to join one of the world's largest media companies. With more than 16,000 employees and a highly diversified product portfolio, the company is one of the most successful and exciting in its industry. The position is located in the digital hub, which is responsible for all digital areas of the Group. This gives you a start-up environment within the Group that is characterized by flat hierarchies, a young and dynamic team and fast decision-making processes. The best part? They are looking for new staff to join their teams! Could you be the right candidate? Read on to figure that out. The role:<ul><li>Analyze performance of content using relevant SEO tools</li><li>Make data-driven decisions with stakeholders to influence business goals</li><li>Close cooperation with other departments to create technical requirements, support migrations and further developments of new technologies</li></ul> What do you need?<ul><li>Some previous experience in the field of technical SEO</li><li>Experience with SEO and online marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console, Google Data Studio and more</li><li>Basic programming skills with Javascript, HTML is highly advantageous</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Fluent in German and English</li></ul> Benefits include flexible working hours, remote working, a learning and development budget for every employee and other corporate benefits (30 days of vacation, HVV ticket, gym pass etc.). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Jorden Chan on Jorden.chan@xcede.de for other opportunities.

Technical SEO Manager

MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER We are seeking another highly skilled and experienced ML Engineer to join our client's well-established team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining their data infrastructure, as well as productionising machine learning models and algorithms. Key responsibilities: <ul><li>Build and maintain a robust and scalable data infrastructure that enables efficient data processing and model training</li><li>Work closely with data scientists to productionise &amp; deploy machine learning models and algorithms</li><li>Collaborate with software engineers to integrate machine learning models into production systems</li><li>Monitor and optimise model performance in production</li><li>Contribute to the development of best practices and standards for machine learning engineering within the organization</li><li>Stay up to date with the latest developments in machine learning and data engineering technologies</li></ul> Qualifications: <ul><li>Strong understanding of machine learning concepts and techniques</li><li>Proficiency in at least one programming language (ideally Python)</li><li>Experience with data processing and storage technologies (PySpark a bonus)</li><li>Knowledge of machine learning frameworks, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch</li><li>Experience with cloud computing platforms, such as AWS or Azure</li><li>Strong problem-solving and communication skills</li><li>BS or MS in Computer Science or a related field is preferred, but not required</li></ul> For more information on this and other roles, please contact me via niall.wharton@xcede.com

Machine Learning Engineer

Senior Data Scientist(London - visit the office x2+ days a month) Xcede are delighted to be working with one of the most innovative companies in the FinTech space tackling issues around fraudulent activity, anti-money laundering measures, and customer authentication / identification. Significantly, the organisation has invested in an ML-driven solution to automate this process, allowing them to work at a significant scale. Despite the company's global client base and reach, you have the lovely bonus of working with a small, tight-knit team of experienced Machine Learning professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact with your work and utilise cutting-edge LLMs within an NLP context. Responsibilities <ul><li>Helping to define and implement NLP-led projects within the core Product.</li><li>Work with the ML Engineering team to help productionise and scale the algorithms.</li><li>Mentor junior team members</li></ul> Requirements <ul><li>Strong academic background in a relevant field (Statistics, Computer Science, etc.)</li><li>Significant experience utilising NLP in a commercial setting, ideally for NER/ Document understanding, etc. Hugging Face a bonus.</li><li>Experience working with transformers-based models such as BERT, GPT, etc.</li><li>Extensive Deep Learning &amp; Machine Learning knowledge.</li><li>Usage of LLMs in a commercial environment is a bonus.</li><li>PyTorch experience a major bonus - other ML frameworks are also accepted.</li><li>Docker &amp; Kubernetes experience is a bonus.</li></ul> If this role interests you and you would like to find out more, please apply here or contact us via niall.wharton@Xcede.com (feel free to include a CV for review).

NLP Data Scientist

LEAD DATA ENGINEERLondon x2 days a month in office OVERVIEWXcede are delighted to be partnered with one of the UK's most impactful HealthTech brands. The organisation have won numerous awards for their data-led approach to designing an impactful B2C product that has entirely disrupted their domain and outperformed their competitors. With a well-established analytics, data science, and data engineering function already in place, the team is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to come in act primarily as a Principal IC while also helping with management of junior engineers (we'd like to see some experience of this). RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Manage and assist a team of data engineers.</li><li>Design and continue to build essential data infrastructure for the organisation alongside data pipelines &amp; ETLs.</li><li>Collaborate with data scientists and machine learning engineers to design and implement scalable and efficient ML-based solutions.</li><li>Coach and mentor your junior team members.</li></ul> REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>BSc/ MSc / PhD degree in Computer Science or STEM subject</li><li>Demonstratable commercial experience working on Data Pipelines, Data Warehouse, and ETLs.</li><li>Strong Python coding skills</li><li>GCP experience (GCP Datastream, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Dataform, BigQuery)</li><li>Experience with modern development methods and tooling:</li></ul> <ol><li>containers (e.g., Docker)</li><li>container orchestration (Kubernetes / K8s)</li><li>CI/CD experience</li><li>Version control (Git, Github, Gitlab)</li><li>Orchestration / DAGs tools (e.g., Argo, Airflow, Kubeflow)</li><li>Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.)</li></ol> HOW TO APPLYPlease register your interest by sending your CV to niall.wharton@@xcede.com or click the Apply Link.

Lead Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer (Snowflake)London - x2 days in office a month as a rough expectation. Xcede is delighted to be recruiting a Senior Data Engineer on behalf of a market leader in the retail and e-commerce space. Our continues to invest in innovation, delivering unparalleled shopping experiences to millions of customers in several formats. As they continue to expand their operations and enhance their digital capabilities, they're seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer who shares their ambition for well-structured, stable, scalable Data management systems. The Senior Data Engineer should come with a proven track record in managing large-scale data infrastructures and pipelines that support sophisticated analytics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust data solutions that drive strategic decision-making across multiple business units. This role is for someone who principally still loves to code, but who also feels comfortable engaging with stakeholders and mentoring others. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Design and implement scalable data architectures using modern cloud platforms. Our client have a strong preference for Snowflake experience, but are open to those from a GCP / AWS / Azure background more generally.</li><li>Develop high-performance ETL/ELT processes for batch and (ideally) real-time data integration.</li><li>Ensure optimal extraction, transformation, loading (ETL) processes by implementing quality checks and balances.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand their data needs.</li><li>Support machine learning model deployments by ensuring seamless access to quality datasets.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex issues arising from extensive big-data environments.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems architecture and workflows.</li></ul> Qualifications: <ul><li>Ideally, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; Master's preferred.</li><li>Several years of demonstrated commercial experience as a Data Engineer or similar role within large-scale environments dealing with large data sets.</li><li>Expertise in SQL &amp; dbt.</li><li>Significant Python coding skills</li><li>Containerisation experience (Dockers, Kubernetes)</li><li>Cloud Computing experience ( GCP / AWS / Azure )</li><li>Strong preference for a Snowflake background</li><li>Knowledgeable working infrastructure-as-code tools Terraform, Ansible etc.</li><li>Clear commercial experience in an automation &amp; TDD environment - testing is of the utmost importance to our client.</li></ul> Our Client Offer: <ul><li>A Competitive compensation package including a discretionary bonus and strong benefits</li><li>Flexible work arrangements (come to the office as much as you want - equally the engineering team functions as a UK-based remote first group)</li><li>A collaborative work environment (you'll notice the long tenures in the company)</li><li>Continuous professional growth development</li></ul> If this role interests you and you would like to find out more, please apply here or contact us via niall.wharton@Xcede.com (feel free to include a CV for review).

Senior Data Engineer

Our client is looking for a German speaking Full Stack Web developer to join their team in Braunschweig.They are seeking for candidates who are passionate about driving innovation and digital transformation. So if it's you please apply here. Your responsibilities: <ul><li>Conceptualizing and implementing digital projects for web and mobile platforms</li><li>Independently advancing website development</li><li>Developing interfaces for both external and internal APIs</li><li>Managing and optimizing the cloud hosting environment and cluster infrastructure</li><li>Collaborating closely with IT, purchasing, and marketing departments</li><li>Contributing to various projects</li></ul> The ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Completed studies in (business) informatics or equivalent training</li><li>Several years of experience in web programming with a keen interest in web trends</li><li>Proficiency in frontend and backend technologies, including JavaScript frameworks (HTML5 stack) and microservice architecture (Golang/NodeJS)</li><li>Familiarity with DevOps practices is advantageous</li><li>Result-oriented and capable of working independently</li><li>Excellent German language skills and good command of English</li><li>Strong communication skills and a high level of commitment</li><li>Team player with a hands-on mentality</li></ul> Benefits: <ul><li>Employee discounts of up to 30% at company stores</li><li>Free admission to Bad Gliesmarode</li><li>Employee benefits at Jagdschloss Windenhütte Restaurant &amp; Hotel in Thale</li><li>Complimentary tickets for staff and their companions to NY Lions home games</li><li>Exclusive discounts at the OX U.S. Steakhouse in Braunschweig</li></ul>

Senior Full Stack Web Developer 

Join our client in shaping the future of software architecture! They are seeking a talented individual to play a key role in developing and integrating complex software systems into an existing landscape. As part of the team of architects, you'll collaborate on crafting strategic architectural solutions for the company, staying abreast of technological trends, and contributing to quality assurance measures. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Maintaining, enhancing, and documenting system landscape, as well as working autonomously with fellow architects to implement the architectural strategy across all domains.</li><li>Additionally, you'll engage in strategic consultations with stakeholders and provide practical recommendations on current issues.</li></ul> The ideal candidate will have: <ul><li>A solid educational background, ideally in (business) informatics or equivalent</li><li>5-7 years of professional experience in software development</li><li>Strong technical aptitude and extensive experience in designing comprehensive software and system architectures</li><li>Proficiency in multiple technology stacks and a willingness to explore new ideas</li><li>Structured approach to complex modeling and architectural tasks</li><li>Fluency in both German and English</li><li>Innovative mindset, openness to new solutions, and excellent communication skills</li></ul>Benefits: <ul><li>30% staff discount</li><li>Free admission to Bad Gliesmarode</li><li>Employee benefits at Jagdschloss Windenhütte Restaurant &amp; Hotel in Thale</li><li>Free tickets for staff and their companions to Lions home games</li><li>Exclusive discount at the OX U.S. Steakhouse in Braunschweig</li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Mentoring program</li></ul>

Software Architect 

Research Software EngineerXcede have partnered with a Global Manufacturer who are currently searching for a Research Software Engineer to join their forward-thinking team engaged in applied research on decentralisation technologies, including Web3, Metaverse, Mixed Reality and Artificial Intelligence. This is an opportunity to explore challenges within emerging technologies, applying deep programming language skills to real world problems.We are looking for a passionate and driven software engineer who is happy to learn multiple technologies or already considers them self a polyglot programmer. The candidate is expected to employ their expertise to identify suitable technology options and iterate towards solutions for complex problems through coding a series of PoC (proof of concept) applications.This role requires strong communication skills, with stakeholder management being a key requirement. The role is based in Reading with a maximum allowance of 50% work from home. What will you do: * Hands-on development work within the Decentralization Research group, under the supervision of senior researchers.* Engage with the broader interdisciplinary team to develop and integrate Proof of Concepts (PoCs) within their respective research domains.* Take ownership of work packages related to PoC and application development, utilizing a variety of programming languages, APIs, and application development frameworks across diverse hardware platforms.* Communicating complex technology concepts and results to stakeholders, including non-technical audiences.* Researching wider technical and economic situation and actively proposing projects/ PoCs and activities to senior management (bottom-up approach).* Travel within the UK (and EU) to attend conferences, suppliers, workshops, and seminars What we would like to see:* University degree in a related field e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or an equiv. science or analytical discipline.* Demonstrable experience in R&amp;D or strong development experience in technology, quantitative finance or opensource software community.* Proven fundamental knowledge in programming languages like Rust, Swift, Haskell, Go etc.* Experience that includes any of Web, Mobile, Cloud and similar application development frameworks and tools.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to document simple narratives to explain complex issues/systems and be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.* Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. *This role DOES NOT provide sponsorship* If you are interested, please apply below or email will.harris@xcede.com

Research Software Engineer - 

Lead Sitecore Developer Remote + Outside IR35 Being at the forefront of website design and build, You'll lead dev teams in solutions delivery. This role requires strong technical expertise in full-stack Sitecore development with XM Cloud CMS, as well as project leadership and systems integration. Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Sitecore CMS, XM Cloud, SXA &amp; JSS.</li><li>GraphQL &amp; RESTful APIs, microservices architecture and database design.</li><li>Systems integration, 3rd party API integrations and syncing data between disparate systems.</li><li>Front End frameworks React and Next.js</li><li>Caching and security with Next.js and composable architectures.</li><li>Version control systems: Git &amp; CI/CD pipelines.</li></ul>Nice to Haves<ul><li>Deployment platforms like Vercel.</li><li>Azure API Management, Data Factory and Azure SQL.</li><li>MACH principles.</li></ul>Due to the high number of applications receieved we will only be able to respond to those that best match the description above.

Lead Sitecore Developer

Principal Consultant 

Customer Analytics Manager Permanent Up to £90k London (Hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a global EdTech business. They want someone to own the customer insights and analytics initiatives and projects in the UK Growth team.Create a deep understanding of their customers with quantitative data from multiple sources, including web analytics, performance marketing and CRM,You will be in charge of analysing the impact of tests on key performance metrics and generate deep-dive analyses to communicate insights to senior leadership.For more information, please send an up to date CV to <a href="mailto:daniel.wexler@xcede.com">daniel.wexler@xcede.com</a>

Customer Analytics Manager

<div class="jobs-box--fadein jobs-box--full-width jobs-box--with-cta-large jobs-description jobs-description--reformatted "><div class="jobs-description__content jobs-description-content "><div id="job-details" class="jobs-box__html-content jobs-description-content__text t-14 t-normal jobs-description-content__text--stretch" tabindex="-1" data-artdeco-is-focused="true"><h2 class="text-heading-large mb4">Lead BI Analyst</h2> £85,000 + bonus + benefits + no sponsorship THE ROLEThis company is seeking a highly skilled and motivated lead BI Analyst to manage the small analytics team.<ul><li>Translate business requirements into technical specifications and assist the team in writing code to implement solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand their data requirements and objectives.</li><li>Build and maintain the data warehouse infrastructure to support business intelligence and analytics initiatives.</li><li>Lead and coach the team in a fast-paced environment, providing guidance and mentoring to ensure high-quality deliverables.</li></ul>YOUR EXPERIENCEIf you are a senior BI specialist with an ability to manage and drive a team of analysts then this could be a perfect opportunity for you.Please apply if you have:<ul><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li>The ideal candidate will have expertise in SQL, Power BI with experience in Dax.</li><li>Proven track record of building and maintaining data warehouses in a business environment.</li><li>Strong leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing team members.</li></ul>THE BENEFITSA successful applicant will receive:<ul><li>A salary of up to £85,000 per annum.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li></ul></div><div class="jobs-description__details"> Please send your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com</div></div></div>

Lead BI Analyst

NLP Machine Learning Engineer FinTech CompanyPermanent£60,000 - £80,000 + benefitsLondon (hybrid - 1 day a week in the office minimum) Xcede are excited to be partnering with an AI focused Tech company who are looking to add to their Data Science team. They are looking for an NLP focused ML Engineer who is experienced in building models and deploying them. Their cutting edge product is NLP focused, so you would have the opportunity to work on lots of unstructured data and make an impact with their Financial Services clients. They have lots of exciting projects working on Large Language Models. Key skills/experience required:<ul><li>A degree in STEM subject</li><li>2+ years industry experience</li><li>Solid experience building ML and Deep Learning models</li><li>Industry experience focused on using NLP techniques to train models</li><li>Experience building and finetuning Large Language Models (LLMs) </li><li>Experience developing ML solutions to Cloud </li><li>Excellent grasp of Python/SQL + machine learning core libraries</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills </li></ul> For more information, please send an up-to-date CV to <a href="mailto:nathan.carolan@xcede.com">nathan.carolan@xcede.com</a> Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python, NLP, Natural Language Processing, Computer Science, Statistics, Data pipelines, SQL, Regression, Clustering, XGBoost, Random Forest, Decision Trees, Predictive modelling, FinTech, ML Ops, Deep Learning, Neural Networks, Deployment, Containerisation, Generative AI, LLMs, large language models

NLP Machine Learning Engineer

Senior ML Scientist FinTech CompanyPermanent£80,000 - £95,000 + benefitsLondon (hybrid - 2 days a week in the office) Xcede are excited to be partnering with an AI focused FinTech company who are looking to hire a talented individual to their Data Science/Machine Learning team. They are looking for an NLP focused Data Scientist who is experienced in building models and deploying them. Their cutting edge product is NLP focused, so you would have the opportunity to work on lots of unstructured data and make an impact with their Financial Services clients. They have lots of exciting projects working on Large Language Models. Key skills/experience required:<ul><li>A degree in STEM subject</li><li>4+ years industry experience</li><li>Solid experience building ML and Deep Learning models</li><li>Industry experience focused on using NLP techniques to train and deploy models</li><li>Experience building and finetuning Large Language Models (LLMs) </li><li>Experience developing ML solutions to Cloud </li><li>Excellent grasp of Python/SQL + machine learning core libraries</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills</li></ul> No sponsorship available for this role, unfortunately. For more information, please send an up-to-date CV to <a href="mailto:nathan.carolan@xcede.com">nathan.carolan@xcede.com</a> Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python, NLP, Natural Language Processing, Computer Science, Statistics, Data pipelines, SQL, Regression, Clustering, XGBoost, Random Forest, Decision Trees, Predictive modelling, FinTech, ML Ops, Deep Learning, Neural Networks, Deployment, Containerisation, Generative AI, LLMs, large language models

Senior ML Scientist 

NLP Machine Learning Engineer London office x1-2 days per week£60,000 to £75,000 Salary + Bonus &amp; Benefits OVERVIEWA great opportunity for a Machine Learning Engineer/ NLP Engineer with solid experience in fine-tuning Large Language Models to join a strong FinTech scale-up with a high-calibre team in place. Your responsibilities as a Machine Learning Engineer will include but not be limited to:<ul><li>Leverage Machine Learning/ NLP techniques to build Large Language Models.</li><li>Fine-tune Large Language models and optimise them through applied Machine Learning.</li><li>Help in driving an AI led culture throughout the business </li></ul> YOUR SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Degree in a STEM subject </li><li>Min. 2 years commercial experience in NLP/Transformers &amp; ML</li><li>Excellent experience with Deep Learning models </li><li>Strong production ready coding skills in Python</li><li>Strong experience in fine-tuning Large Language Models</li><li>End-to-end DS experience from training models to deployment </li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills</li></ul>No sponsorship available on this role. HOW TO APPLYPlease register your interest by sending your CV to nathan.carolan@xcede.com or click the Apply Link! Machine Learning, Python, NLP, LLMS, Large language models, FineTuningDeep Learning, Transformers, Huggingface, Pytorch, Computer Science

NLP Machine Learning Engineer 

Senior NLP Machine Learning Engineer London office x1-2 days per week£80,000 to £95,000 Salary + Bonus &amp; Benefits OVERVIEWA great opportunity for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer/ Senior NLP Engineer with solid experience in fine-tuning Large Language Models to join a strong FinTech scale-up with a high-calibre team in place. Your responsibilities as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer will include but not be limited to:<ul><li>Leverage Machine Learning/ NLP techniques to build Large Language Models.</li><li>Fine-tune Large Language models and optimise them through applied Machine Learning.</li><li>Help in driving an AI led culture throughout the business </li></ul> YOUR SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Degree in a STEM subject </li><li>Min. 4 years commercial experience in NLP/Transformers &amp; ML</li><li>Excellent experience with Deep Learning models </li><li>Strong production ready coding skills in Python</li><li>Strong experience in fine-tuning Large Language Models</li><li>End-to-end DS experience from training models to deployment </li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills</li></ul>No sponsorship available on this role. HOW TO APPLYPlease register your interest by sending your CV to nathan.carolan@xcede.com or click the Apply Link! Machine Learning, Python, NLP, LLMS, Large language models, FineTuningDeep Learning, Transformers, Huggingface, Pytorch, Computer Science

Senior NLP Machine Learning Engineer

Senior Data Engineer£75,000 to £90,000Flexible working - Ideally 2 day a month London My Client is a market leader in the retail and e-commerce space who invest in innovation, delivering unparalleled shopping experiences to millions of customers in several formats. They are looking for a experienced Senior Data Engineer to join their growing team and help drive their scalable Data management systems. You should come with a proven track record in managing large-scale data infrastructures and pipelines that support sophisticated analytics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust data solutions that drive strategic decision-making across multiple business units. This role is for someone who principally still loves to code, but who also feels comfortable engaging with stakeholders and mentoring others. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Design and implement scalable data architectures using modern cloud platforms. Our client have a strong preference for Snowflake experience, but are open to those from a GCP / AWS / Azure background more generally.</li><li>Develop high-performance ETL/ELT processes for batch and (ideally) real-time data integration.</li><li>Ensure optimal extraction, transformation, loading (ETL) processes by implementing quality checks and balances.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand their data needs.</li><li>Support machine learning model deployments by ensuring seamless access to quality datasets.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex issues arising from extensive big-data environments.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems architecture and workflows.</li></ul> What you need to succeed: <ul><li>Ideally, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; Master's preferred.</li><li>Several years of demonstrated commercial experience as a Data Engineer or similar role within large-scale environments dealing with large data sets.</li><li>Expertise in SQL &amp; dbt and ideally Kafka</li><li>Significant Python coding skills</li><li>Containerisation experience (Dockers, Kubernetes)</li><li>Cloud Computing experience ( AWS / Azure )</li><li>Strong preference for a Snowflake background but open to Bigquery or Redshift</li></ul> Unfortunately sponsorship cannot be provided for this role

Senior Data Engineer - AWS

Staff Data ScientistFull time£100,000 - £115,000 + benefitsLondon (Hybrid) My client is a large global organisation looking to help make positive impact on the environment and they are looking for strong leaders to help contribute to this mission in their B2B digital function. This role will include working on improving the technical capabilities as well as managing stakeholder relationships Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate with a diverse team of data scientists, data engineers, software engineers, data managers, and business partners as part of a cross-disciplinary effort.</li><li>Work alongside data engineers and software engineers to develop scalable and impactful data science products, incorporating statistical and machine learning algorithms.</li><li>Conduct thorough data analyses to extract valuable business insights.</li><li>Provide data science best practices, including technical design, technical design review, unit testing, monitoring and alerting, code check-ins, code reviews, and documentation.</li><li>Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Must have extensive hands-on experience 6 years+ working fully end to end from modelling through to production and deployment</li><li>Experience with A/B testing</li><li>Possess in-depth applied knowledge of data science tools and approaches across all stages of the data life cycle</li><li>Demonstrate thorough understanding of the underlying mathematical foundations of statistics and machine learning</li><li>Strong experience of Python and SQL</li><li>Previous experience with any of the following, Hadoop, Hive, and Spark</li></ul> Unfortunately sponsorship isn't provided for this role

Staff Data Scientist 

Lead Data Engineer (Azure)London - 1 day a week in office£100,000 to £110,000 My Client is one of the market leaders in the publishing space and are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join the team and play a pivotal role in enhancing their Data Engineering capabilities. Your main responsibility will be to create an advanced platform for the Data teams, enabling them to harness the latest technology. RESPONSIBILITIES <ul><li>Conduct regular one-on-one sessions and team meetings. Provide coaching to Data Engineers to ensure that each project meets the expected standards of timeliness and quality, and to support each Data Engineer in reaching their full potential and achieving success in their career.</li><li>Contributing to the Development of Data Engineering Patterns and Frameworks as needed</li><li>Collaborating efficiently with the data architecture team, the broader engineering team, and other business areas</li><li>Assisting in generating estimates in an Agile environment</li><li>Introducing continuous improvement procedures to optimize timely and high-quality project delivery</li></ul> REQUIREMENTS <ul><li>Extensive Data Engineering expertise, with a focus on utilizing Databricks as a primary tool.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency and familiarity with MS Azure, alongside other Cloud platforms and their architectural principles</li><li>Experience in managing people, either through direct line management, coaching, or mentoring team members</li><li>Proven project experience in developing using Spark or Kafka</li></ul> Unfortunately sponsorship is not provided for this role

Hands-on CTO @ GenAI Start UpXcede are currently working with an early stage start-up who are looking to implement organisational change through the use of GenAI, specifically with the use of LLMs.Are you an expert in GenAI with a commercial experience in LLMs? Are you a hands-on leader? Do you want the chance to shape a new product and team? If the answer is yes, keep reading.We are currently looking for a hands-on LLM expert with previous or current experience in growing and leading technology teams. This is a broad role with the main responsibilities listed below:- Developing the technology strategy and road map - Specifying the software architecture and platform strategy - Managing all software development, including front and backend and data processing - Negotiating and managing technology supplier and partnership relationships - Establishing and maintaining strong technology governance including security and risk management and procurement policies - Managing the technology budget What are we looking for? - Strong record of leading technology teams, particularly where AI and LLMs are used - Experience in software architecture and platform strategy development - Strong background managing software development - Deep experience in deploying complex technological solutions integrated into customers' secure environmentsWho are you? - An expert in AI and software who can demonstrate an understanding of the challenges of shaping culture - Someone who is commited, reliable and delivers with excellent leadership and team management skills - Clearly understands the role of governance in ITIf you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please message me directly or apply below. Please note: this role does not provide sponsorship

CTO -  Early Stage GenAI (LLM) Start Up

PYTHON ENGINEERXcede are currently working with an early stage start-up who are looking to implement organisational change through the use of GenAI, specifically LLMs.Are you excited by this growing space in the technology sector? Are you a Python expert? Do you want more autonomy across your work? If the answer is yes, keep reading. Deliverables: * Implementing a FastAPI server, deployable to AWS Lambda. This must have low latency, robustness, scalability, with clean documentation. We are also open to candidates with experience in Flask or Django. * Liaising with the Front-end, Infrastructure and Product Teams to design the API.Requirements:* Proficiency in Python and backend development (e.g. FastAPI, Asynchronous programming) MUST have previous experience designing and building APIs. * Experience with cloud services, preferably AWS (Lambda) * NoSQL databases * Computer Science degree or equivalent The team are currently working to a hybrid model, meeting roughly twice per week in an agreed location around London until a more permanent office space is found when the team grows to over ten in size. *Sponsorship is not provided for this role* If you this sounds of interest and you would like more information, please email will.harris@xcede.com

Python Engineer - GenAI Start-Up (London)

Senior Data EngineerUp to £90,000 + BonusFully Remote in UK OVERVIEW Major FTSE100 retail giant hiring for x2 Senior Data Engineers, to lead small teams of Data Engineers on key projects, directly line managing them and providing technical leadership and guidance to the team. You will be joining a well-established Data function with huge customer data to work with and interesting projects that will directly impact millions of consumers. Your responsibilities as a Senior Data Engineer will include but not be limited to: <ul><li>Lead and manage a small team of Data Engineers on some key projects for the business</li><li>Lead the Data Engineering team from a technical perspective, still being very hands on with the technical work as well as team strategy.</li><li>Engage with senior business stakeholders across the business to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.</li><li>Mentor and develop the junior team members.</li></ul> YOUR SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE A successful Senior Data Engineer will have the following: <ul><li>MUST have proven experience in leading and/ or managing a team of Data Engineers previously.</li><li>Experience with Cloud Technologies (AWS or GCP preferred).</li><li>Strong proficiency with Python/ SQL.</li><li>Big Query or Snowflake experience, ideally exposure to DBT.</li></ul> HOW TO APPLYPlease register your interest by sending your CV to luke.frost@xcede.com via the Apply Link.

A rapidly growing software technology company that still embodies a small start-up culture. Our primary customers are global custody banks, asset servicers and institutional asset managers. We are hiring Boston based Senior Software Engineer with a strong Backend Engineering background and excellent Software Development skills to develop solutions to our client's business needs on tight timelines.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coding and Development: Actively participating in coding and development tasks, often taking on more complex or critical aspects of a project.</li><li>Software Design: Participating in the design discussions and ensuring they are scalable, high performing, maintainable, and meet the business requirements.</li><li>Code Reviews: Conducting thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, best practices, and ensure coding standards are followed.</li><li>Code Maintenance: Overseeing and contributing to the maintenance and enhancement of existing codebase (Java).</li></ul><h2 class="smallTitle positionSubTitle brandColoredText">REQUIREMENTS</h2><div class="userDesignedContent company-description"><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from leading Universities.</li><li>Experience in financial services industry (especially IBOR / ABOR related)</li><li>5+ years of experience as a senior s/w engineer</li><li>Very strong experience in coding in Java and using Spring Boot framework</li><li>Should be well versed in object-oriented programming and microservice architecture/frameworks </li><li>Experience with profiling, code analysis and solving code performance issues</li><li>Experience with testing automation frameworks and version control systems.</li><li>Effective communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Working minimum 3 days a week in our office; our office is located in Dedham MA</li></ul></div>

Senior Java Developer

A top-tier hedge fund is looking to bring on board a Senior Security Engineer (Windows) with an expert understanding of Identity &amp; Authentication. You will act as the cybersecurity SME for IAM &amp; Azure AD (AAD), advising on enhancements to the organizations security posture, performing hands-on technical work in implementing security controls, configuration tooling, designing security best practices, identifying security gaps, and enhancements.This is a hybrid, on-premise &amp; cloud hosted Windows led environment that is moving an increasing amount of functions to the cloud. We are looking for an individual that has been through the journey from On-Prem to Cloud and can help navigate the security issues surrounding this. You will provide technical leadership in cloud adoption from a security perspective, explore new technologies, architect new security processes and act as the liaison between stakeholders in the business. Those applying should have:A thorough understanding of Windows Security Engineering fundamentals.<ul><li>Deep knowledge of Identity &amp; Authentication technology, procedures and controls An IAM expert coming from a Windows technology stack.</li><li>A strong understanding of SSO technologies and authentication methods (OpenID Connect, SAML, oAuth, Kerberos, LDAP, etc.)</li><li>Expertise in Azure AD (AAD), M365, Azure Configuration tooling.</li><li>Experience in both OnPremise and Cloud Services, hybrid identity and Privilege Access Management (PAM)</li></ul>We are looking for a forward thinking individual who is able to communicate new ideas, has a passion for latest security concepts, technology and best practice. A thought leader who is looking to make a significant impact on a high-profile organization.

Senior Identity Access (IAM) and Azure AD Cloud Security SME

A top NYC/NJ technology startup that focuses on developing and commercializing Privacy Enhanced Technologies (PET) to enable privacy-protected data science is looking for strong C++ developer to join them on a full-time basis. As a member of the research engineering team, you will be part of a team developing and implementing analytics and machine learning algorithms using privacy-protected computation. The team includes well-known researchers and is a major contributor to the open-source OpenFHE software library. C++ software engineering skills are required, and Python experience is desirable. Experience with privacy-enhancing technologies, such as Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) and Secure Multiparty Computation (SMC), is preferred. Familiarity with modern AI/ML development techniques and frameworks and runtime optimization is preferred. Requirements:● Advanced degrees (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience.● More than 2 years of research experience in implementing novel complex mathematical algorithms with a focus on resource optimization and runtime performance.● More than 2 years of experience in software development/prototyping with C++.Desired Skills:● Research or engineering experience in privacy-protected computing, such as Fully Homomorphic Encryption, secure multiparty computation, TEE's, etc.● Experience with ML techniques and frameworks.● Experience with OpenFHE or other homomorphic encryption software libraries.● Experience with applied algorithm design and performance optimization.High-Performance Computing experience is a plus

Cryprographic Research Engineer - NYC Based StartUp 

We are looking for a Director Product Design to work in a hyper-growth Series D company with well over $500M in funding secured that are looking for a design leader in their expanding design team in New York. You will be leading a team of 3 with the mandate to grow &amp; hands on leading from the front. This is a company that is at the cutting edge of AI search engine technology and provide a SaaS product that is enabling AI Search &amp; Insights capabilities to the Fortune 1000 community. Using the latest Machine Learning, NLP and Speech-To-Text technology as the backbone of their product suite, this company is rapidly growing their market share and fast being recognized as the leader in this market intelligence segment. You will drive the overall design vision and strategy, foster innovation, and ensure consistency and excellence in design execution while pushing the limits of our Generative AI capabilities. It is expected the successful candidate will have:● Domain expert who is passionate about crafting best-in-class product experiences and robust tools for tasks like note creation/distribution, project management, email, task management, newsletter creation, and integrations.● "Player/Coach" who has helped build and lead product design teams and mentor eager designers to continued success and professional growth.● Expertise in visual hierarchy, layout, and information architecture.● Thorough knowledge of using and/or building design systems to ensure consistency and efficiency in product development● Evangelize a holistic approach to user experience design with a deep understanding of product vision and objectives. Role will be based in NYC on a hybrid basis and will be expected to have close collaboration with local product, engineering, sales and research teams.

Director of Design (Player Coach Role) - Pre IPO AI Platform 

I'm currently working with our client based in Hamburg and helping to find the best talent in an IT Cloud Administration. Our client one of the world's market leaders in aerosol packaging technology. Your responsibilities:<ul><li>Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure solutions on Azure platform.</li><li>Configure and optimize cloud resources to ensure scalability, availability, and performance.</li><li>Implement best practices for cloud architecture, including fault tolerance, disaster recovery, and cost optimization.</li><li>Monitor cloud environments and proactively address issues related to performance, security, and compliance.</li><li>Provide 1st and 2nd level technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve issues related to clients (Laptops, PCs), cloud services, networking, server infrastructure, and software applications.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption to operations.</li></ul> The ideal candidate will have: <ul><li>Demonstrated proficiency in devising, executing, and overseeing cloud-based infrastructure solutions, particularly on platforms such as Azure.</li><li>Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft products including Exchange, Office365, and Microsoft Server.</li><li>Thorough grasp of networking concepts, protocols, and security principles, enabling the creation and implementation of secure and scalable cloud architectures.</li><li>Adeptness in scripting and automation using languages like PowerShell to streamline repetitive tasks and enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering top-tier solutions.</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams and clear communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Possession of relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) is advantageous.</li></ul> Benefits: <ul><li>An individual onboarding and training program</li><li>Attractive salary package supplemented with numerous fringe benefits</li><li>An open and appreciative corporate culture and a good working atmosphere</li><li>Demanding tasks in an innovative and international working environment</li><li>Trully international environment</li><li>Home office policy</li><li>Personal development opportunities</li><li>Free coffe and tea</li><li>Central location in the city center of Hamburg</li></ul>

System Administrator (Microsoft, Azure)

Your new company This IT Consultancy who are looking for an Identity &amp; Access Management Consultant support a flexible and collaborative working environment in which Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants are invested in, developed and seriously taken care of. Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will also have more job security than your standard IT Consultancy as their profits have increased almost 30% in a year! Key Requirements for Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants:<ul><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will conduct requirement analysis workshops for our key accounts, provide architecture and strategy consulting, and create cross-manufacturer rough concepts.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants will use extensive know-how in Identity &amp; Access Management or Privileged Access Management you advise our customers ideally with the products of OneIdentity, Sailpoint, Forgerock, CyberArk or Okta.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will implement the concepts in the project, take responsibility for your area of responsibility and manage sub-projects.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will actively participate in our community with over 60 colleagues and support the sales department in presales if required.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will have several years of experience in authorization management and at least one IAM product.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will have experience in process design and implementation as well as in consulting projects.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will have sound IT knowledge such as Active Directory, server systems and databases as well as software development.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will act independently, are curious and like to familiarize yourself with new topics.</li></ul>What you'll need to succeed?<ul><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will need a degree in (business) informatics, natural sciences or a comparable field of study.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will have several years of experience in authorization management and at least one IAM product.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will bring experience in process design and implementation as well as in consulting projects.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will have sound IT knowledge such as Active Directory, server systems and databases as well as software development.</li><li>Identity &amp; Access Management Consultants here will act independently, are curious and like to familiarize yourself with new topics. </li></ul>Why work with our client?<ul><li>Sharing knowledge - "Legendary" professional events as well as exciting Expert Talks or Developer Days with bright minds from all Consultancy teams. Learn new things, network and celebrate together.</li><li>Development - We invest in you: internal or external trainings, vendor certifications, professional or management careers, conferences, mentoring or coaching and much more.</li><li>Health - Full support from life situation coaching to health training.</li><li>Mobile Working &amp; Flexible Hours - Trust is good. Period.</li><li>Family - What matters to us is what matters to you! We offer marriage and birth benefits, family service support - and much more.</li><li>Mobility - More affordable on the road with our company car program. With an e-car, too, of course.</li></ul>What you need to do now If you are interested in the Identity &amp; Access Management Consultant opportunity feel free to apply via LinkedIn or send me your resume to the email address: <a href="mailto:Jamaine.agyepong@xcede.de">Jamaine.agyepong@xcede.de</a>

IAM Expert (Germany & Austria)

Lead Product Data Analyst Permanent Up to £85k London (Hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading property company in the UK. You will be providing leadership of a cross functional product team including Data Engineering and a Data Analyst. They want someone to research and understand user needs and define the hypothesis on the reports and capabilities lenders need to manage risk and drive adoption of automation valuations and decisions. You will also be in charge of exploring the opportunity for internal products that support pre-sales and client analytics to test and model the impact of rule changes on pass rates and overall decision performance and help identify commercial opportunities. Key skills/experience required: - Experience working within a product environment - Experience working within SQL is a must have For more information, please send an up to date CV to <a href="mailto:daniel.wexler@xcede.com">daniel.wexler@xcede.com</a>

Lead Product Data Analyst 

A Global organistaion we are partnered with are looking for an Offensive Security lead who is responsible for overseeing and executing comprehensive pen testing programs to identify vulnerabilities within systems and networks, enhancing the security and integrity of digital assets. Reporting to the Head of Security Operations, the role involves leading Security Testing as a Service and other testing capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and shaping the organization's cybersecurity strategy.Responsibilities and Tasks:<ul><li>Develop, plan, and implement security testing programs, including penetration testing, red &amp; purple teaming, and vulnerability assessments.</li><li>Provide guidance during penetration testing campaigns and adversary simulation engagements.</li><li>Collaborate with Vulnerability Management to prioritize vulnerabilities for remediation.</li><li>Generate detailed reports from testing activities, including recommended remediation steps.</li><li>Work closely with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives and promote awareness.</li><li>Evaluate and select security testing tools, staying updated with industry best practices.</li><li>Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Convey security severity to non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul>Requirements and Qualifications:<ul><li>Master's or bachelor's degree in IT, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.</li><li>Five years of experience in information security testing or relevant domain experience.</li><li>Proficiency in penetration testing and red/purple teaming methodologies and tools.</li><li>Strong understanding of operating systems, networks, web applications, and cloud technologies.</li><li>Industry certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, PNPT, CRTO, CRTP are desired.</li><li>Commitment to ethical hacking practices and responsible disclosure.</li><li>Experience with threat intelligence frameworks, web application security principles, and security-related legal requirements.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership abilities and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Fluent in written and spoken English.</li></ul>I look forward to your application and discussing it further!

Offensive Security Testing Lead

WORKING HYBRID / INSIDE OF IR35 / 12 MONTHS / START DATE IS ASAP Hey! I'm currently working closely with a global advertising agency who are currently seeking a talented GDS Senior Content Designer for their client on a 12-month contract basis. This opportunity arises as they look to procure digital specialists to bolster the Cyber Security and Information Division. As a GDS Senior Content Designer, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including other suppliers and civil servants, to enhance Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) capability. You will play a crucial role in enabling agile methodologies and ensuring adherence to GDS Design Principles and Service Standards. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work closely in multi-disciplinary teams to support the design and rollout of CDDO Secure by Design, tailoring approaches to align with the clients specific governance, structures, and resources.</li><li>Collaborate with teams delivering new digital services, ensuring alignment with GDS Design Principles and Service Standards.</li><li>Conduct user research and content audits to gain insights into user behaviour and preferences.</li><li>Develop content strategies and style guides to ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints.</li><li>Advocate for accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that content meets relevant standards and guidelines.</li></ul>Qualifications and Experience:<ul><li>Extensive experience as a content designer within a digital environment, with a focus on adhering to GDS Design Principles and Service Standards.</li><li>Strong understanding of user-centered design methodologies and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Experience working in Agile environments and the ability to enable agile ways of working.</li><li>Familiarity with digital security principles and the ability to collaborate with security specialists.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to tailor communication to different stakeholders.</li></ul>

Senior Content Designer

Senior UX Researcher | £450-550 Per Day | (Outside IR35) | Hybrid / Central LondonXcede are looking for an experienced mixed-methods Senior UX Researcher to work with one of our leading consultancy clients, working on a rewarding end-client within the public sector. You'll be working within an expert internal division, and closely supporting the wider body. In this role, there is a minimum experience requirement of having worked in a UX research role within the UK public sector, with experience working within GDS frameworks.You'll be:<ul><li>Working closely with cross-functional teams of specialists, including Delivery Managers, Security Analysts and more.</li><li>Working within highly complex GDS frameworks.</li><li>Integral in delivering new digital services to reflect the clients' structures and resources.</li></ul> The ideal Senior UX Researcher will have:<ul><li>A strong understanding of mixed methods researching methods.</li><li>Experience working within GDS frameworks and Service Standards.</li><li>Experience working in public sector organisations.</li></ul> If this sounds like you, please apply, or send your CV to <a href="mailto:Daniel.Baldock@Xcede.com">Daniel.Baldock@Xcede.com</a>

Senior UX Researcher

Global music events company requires a Threat Detection Engineer to join their global cyber defence team basaed in the UK but with the option to work fully remote.Key skills needed: SIEM, IDS/IPS, Firewalls and antivirus software; full DevSecOps skillset with demonstrable skills in building threat detection systems in the cloud; scripting skillset in Python or PowerShell; understanding of CI/CD pipeline.My client is a global music and event provider and has a large and complex technology estate that is constantly under cyber attack due to its promincance in the public domain. The client is on the hunt for a Senior Threat Detection Engineer to join an expanding Cyber Defence team focused on the ongoing protection of its customers, clients, employees and partners.This is a fully remote opportunity reporting into the Senior Manager of Cyber Defence the role will work closely with the Global SOC and Cyber Threat Intelligence teams to build new tailored security detection systems. I am looking for inquisitive engineers who can work autonomously but also have the ability to lead, influence and work / report into complex and challenging senior stakeholders. Technically I am looking engineers who have DevSecOps skillset and understand the continuing battle of cyber threat to a large and complex public companmay with a huge online prescence! The role sits in a team based globally, with lead based in the US. There is an expectation that the team will get together 1-2 times a year, most likely in London in the UK HQ.This an exciting Senior Threat Detection role that will suit forward thinking Threat Detection Engineers who have a broad and varied skillset wihtin DevSecOps. For a full spec, please make contact with Ben Davis.

Threat Detection Engineer

Digital Marketing Analytics Manager 12 Month FTC Up to £80k + Bonus London (Hybrid)Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading entertainment company. You will be reporting into the VP Data. They want someone to focus on the development of data and analytics programs and provide subject matter expertise in marketing analytics and digital advertisingYou will be in charge of developing and rolling out the BI and reporting solutions and deliver regular insights leveraging data from customer, advertising and ecommerce sourcesYou will play a pivotal role in shaping data and digital transformation initiatives for global business supporting business stakeholders.Key skills/experience required: - Proven strong experience in leading marketing analytics and digital advertising solutions within media and E-commence - Strong understanding of Digital Analytic tools (ie Google Analytics) For more information, please send an up to date CV to <a href="mailto:daniel.wexler@xcede.com">daniel.wexler@xcede.com</a>

Analytics Manager 

Digital Marketing Analytics Manager 12 Month FTC Up to £75k London (Hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading entertainment company. You will be reporting into the VP Data. They want someone to focus on the development of data and analytics programs and provide subject matter expertise in marketing analytics and digital advertising You will be in charge of developing and rolling out the BI and reporting solutions and deliver regular insights leveraging data from customer, advertising and ecommerce sourcesYou will play a pivotal role in shaping data and digital transformation initiatives for global business supporting business stakeholders.Key skills/experience required: - Proven strong experience in leading marketing analytics and digital advertising solutions within media and E-commence - Strong understanding of Digital Analytic tools (ie Google Analytics) For more information, please send an up to date CV to <a href="mailto:daniel.wexler@xcede.com">daniel.wexler@xcede.com</a>

ServiceNow Technical Consultant required to join a specialist ServiceNow Implementation Partner based in the UK. Development in the ITSM suite of ServiceNow using JavaScript, HTML, and AngularJS is a prerequisite, as is hands on experience of wider offerings including CSM, ITOM, SPM, and HRSD. Working within an industry leading IT Service Management consultancy you will be involved in a range of ServiceNow implementation projects, both working as part of a team and, when-required, individually. Depending on the scope and scale of the project you will be responsible for specific module development or an end-to-end implementation, from initial scoping and advising customers on potential solutions, through delivery, and into training and hand-over to internal teams. It's also worth noting that additional will be training provided as required. The successful candidate will already have a broad appreciation of ITSM tools and ITIL fundamentals; with hands on development experience in ServiceNow, preferably with specialist consultancy experience within the ServiceNow ecosystem. ServiceNow specific accreditations are preferred including System Administration (CSA) and Implementation Specialist (CIS) across multiple product lines. Strong communication skills are required, as is the ability to come across credible and knowledgeable in front of clients. Ideally, you will have previously worked on multiple implementations of the ServiceNow platform with various clients, although this is not crucial. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with ServiceNow development expertise to join a really strong team of consultants and developers, who are incredibly well-respected within the space. By applying to this advert you are giving Xcede authority to hold and process your data for this specific role and any other roles we may deem suitable to you over time. We will not pass your data to any third party without your verbal or written permission to do so. A copy of our Privacy notice is available on our website for further details. Xcede is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

ServiceNow Technical Consultant

DevOps/ Cloud/ Platform Engineer - Berlin - FintechInterested in working at a large FinTech in the heart of Berlin? This could be the role for you... You will<ul><li>With the team, ensure the secure and high-performance operation of websites</li><li>Continuously maintain the internal CI/CD infrastructure</li><li>Continue to develop our Kubernetes infrastructure, adapt it to changing (security) requirements and always keep an eye on all productive services</li><li>Advise and support our agile development teams on all Dev(Sec)Ops questions</li><li>Troubleshoot faults and analyze problems in production operations</li><li>Setting up and maintaining Linux servers using Terraform and Ansible</li><li>Manage adjustments to our infrastructure at operating service providers</li><li>Speak fluent German &amp; English</li></ul>You are<ul><li>Experienced in dealing with Kubernetes and the associated technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm3)</li><li>Enthusiastic about metrics and you have mastered Prometheus and Grafana or similar solutions</li><li>Experienced with CI/CD (e.g. with Gitlab CI) as well as automating build/deployment processes</li><li>Convinced by Infrastructure as Code</li><li>Safely on the Linux shell</li></ul>Offering you<ul><li>A modern workplace at our Berlin location</li><li>Flexible working hours in full-time (39 hours) or part-time</li><li>Salary up to €75,000 per annum</li><li>30 days vacation + 2 bank holidays (December 24th and December 31st)</li><li>Diverse further training opportunities</li></ul>

DevOps Engineer

Digital Performance AnalystPermanentUp to £65kLondon (Hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading agency in the UK. They want someone to maintain and enhance current channel reporting &amp; visualisation through applications such as Looker Studio, Power BI &amp; GA4 You will work alongside the Data Strategists to analyse and draw insights from the data to inform recommendations for improvements to help meet key performance metric You will be in charge of auditing, evaluating, and updating Tagging (Google Tag Manager) and GA4 setup to drive enhanced accuracy and insight. Key skills/experience required:- Highly analytical, with a real focus on driving efficiencies across all marketing KPIs- Experience with GA4 and Data Visualisation will be key For more information, please send an up to date CV to daniel.wexler@xcede.com

Digital Performance Analyst 

My client is a highly funded AI Cybersecurity company with a new approach to securing algorithm's, LLMs, models and AI datasets. As a Data Scientist specializing in Adversarial Machine Learning, you will be responsible for: * Identifying and countering existing adversarial attacks on our platform. * Innovating and publishing novel adversarial attack and defense methodologies. * Collaborating with a cross-functional team to integrate defenses into customer-facing products. * Educating the broader technical team on the intricacies and nuances of adversarial ML.Ultimately, your role will be instrumental in safeguarding customers' ML models, maintaining the companies reputation in the ML community, and pushing the boundaries of knowledge in adversarial machine learning. WHAT YOU'LL DO: * Research and detect existing adversarial attacks, implementing countermeasures. * Design and conduct experiments for new adversarial attacks and their corresponding defenses. * Collaborate with product teams to integrate findings and solutions into our platform. * Publish findings, techniques, and methodologies in top-tier machine learning conferences and journals. * Mentor junior team members and promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the adversarial ML space. WHO YOU ARE: * Proven track record of published research in adversarial ML or related domains. * Strong coding skills and familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. * Experience in either productionizing models directly or working with members of an ML Engineering team to get work into production.

Machine Learning Security research 

I'm looking for a Senior Data Manager with a passion for harnessing the power of data? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can shape data systems and drive impactful decisions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!<h3> </h3><ol><li>Data Leadership: Spearhead the development and utilization of data systems. You'll ensure seamless data flow, security, and confidentiality.</li><li>Cloud Mastery: Leverage your solid knowledge of Microsoft Azure, AWS, and GCP to optimize our cloud solutions.</li><li>Power BI Wizardry: Transform raw data into actionable insights using your expertise in Power BI.</li><li>Database Dynamo: Navigate SQL databases with ease, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.</li><li>Source System Savvy: Dive into various source systems, including SAP ECC/BW/SAC, HANA, SAP Datasphere, S4 Hana Salesforce, SnowFlake, Databricks, and Azure.</li><li>System of Records Maestro: Work seamlessly with systems like SAP, Oracle, and Salesforce.</li><li>Problem-Solving Guru: Troubleshoot data-related issues and optimize data management practices.</li></ol><h3>What We're Looking For:</h3><ul><li>Experience: You've got a track record of success as a Senior Data Manager, ideally in a similar hybrid London setting.</li><li>Technical Acumen: Your deep understanding of databases, data analysis, and cloud solutions sets you apart. Finance experience. </li><li>Salary: We're offering a competitive package of £115k - £130k and bonus and benefits. </li><li>No Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we cannot provide sponsorship for this role.</li></ul>Please send me your updated CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com<h3> </h3>

Senior Data Manager

Are you a seasoned Technical Business Analyst with a passion for data and technology? Do you thrive on solving complex business challenges and translating them into actionable solutions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!Role Overview:As a Senior Technical Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology. Your expertise in data modeling, business intelligence, data visualization, SQL, Power BI, and cloud technologies will drive our success.Responsibilities:<ol><li>Data Modeling: Develop robust data models that align with the company's processes, systems, and requirements. Ensure data integrity and reliability.</li><li>Business Intelligence: Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and marketing requirements into actionable tasks for production teams. Create logical solutions that add value to end-users.</li><li>Data Visualization: Conceptualize software solutions to troubleshoot business challenges. Evaluate and document business processes, ensuring effective visualization of insights.</li><li>SQL Expertise: Leverage strong SQL skills to analyze and manipulate data. Optimize performance and reliability.</li><li>Power BI: Utilize Power BI to create compelling visualizations and reports. Transform raw data into actionable insights.</li><li>Cloud Experience: Integrate software solutions with existing IT processes using cloud technologies. Enhance system efficiency and security.</li></ol>Qualifications:<ul><li>Proven Experience: Minimum 5 years as a Technical Business Analyst, preferably in a media or technology environment.</li><li>Data Modeling: Proficiency in designing and implementing data models.</li><li>Business Intelligence: Strong understanding of BI concepts and tools.</li><li>Data Visualization: Ability to create impactful visualizations.</li><li>SQL Skills: Advanced SQL knowledge for data manipulation.</li><li>Power BI: Hands-on experience with Power BI.</li><li>Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).</li></ul>Perks:<ul><li>Competitive salary of £65,000 per annum.</li><li>Performance-based bonus.</li><li>London-based role.</li></ul>If you're ready to make an impact and drive innovation in a dynamic media environment, apply now! No sponsorship available.

Senior Technical Business Analyst

Digital Performance AnalystPermanentUp to £50kLondon (Hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading agency in the UK. They want someone to maintain and enhance current channel reporting &amp; visualisation through applications such as Looker Studio, Power BI &amp; GA4 You will work alongside the Data Strategists to analyse and draw insights from the data to inform recommendations for improvements to help meet key performance metric You will be in charge of auditing, evaluating, and updating Tagging (Google Tag Manager) and GA4 setup to drive enhanced accuracy and insight. Key skills/experience required:- Highly analytical, with a real focus on driving efficiencies across all marketing KPIs- Experience with GA4 and Data Visualisation will be key For more information, please send an up to date CV to daniel.wexler@xcede.com

Senior Salesforce Developer - Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components Location - Munich (remote) Salary - 80,000€ - 90,000€ This is a great opportunity to join a multinational company in the Education-tech space, that are digitalising the industry with the aim of expanding its educational offer and making a real change for the better. They work in a remote-first environment that really promotes and develops employees from within. The company are looking for strong Salesforce developers as they are continuing to grow their headcount. The best part? They are looking for new staff to join their teams! Could you be the right candidate? Read on to figure that out. The role:<ul><li>Analyse and develop services for the Salesforce Enterprise platform and provide high-quality solutions</li><li>Develop complex Apex modules and drive the development of the multi-tenant environment with other business units</li><li>Responsible for continuously improving deployment automation processes (CI/CD)</li><li>Mentor other team members and provide technical guidance</li></ul> What do you need?<ul><li>Multiple years of relevant professional experience in a Salesforce environment</li><li>Good programming skills in Apex, Visualforce and Lightning Web Components</li><li>Experience with web services and implementing Salesforce CI/CD processes with GitLab, SFDX</li><li>Leadership or management skills are desirable but not necessary</li><li>You are familiar with scrum methodologies and you have excellent communication skills</li><li>Fluent in English, any German language skills are a plus</li></ul> Benefits include flexible working hours, remote working and a learning and development budget for every employee. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Jorden Chan on Jorden.chan@xcede.de for other opportunities.

Senior Salesforce Developer

Digital Displays &amp; Data Lead Permanent Up to £50k Luton (hybrid) Xcede are excited to be partnering with a leading airport in the UK. You will be in charge of driving data collection, integration and utilisation to improve passenger experience, revenue generation and operational efficiencies, creating a platform for smart data and automation. Day-to-day monitoring of in-terminal digital touchpoints including the VisionAir platform, Information Kiosks, RTPI screens, Digital Wayfinding and Digital Maps, their contractual SLAs and KPIs.They need someone to connect the dots of the end-to-end customer journey using available data, analyse the performance of digital touchpoints and identify areas for improvementThe ideal candidate will have experience of the AMS and VisionAir systems.For more information, please send an up to date CV to <a href="mailto:daniel.wexler@xcede.com">daniel.wexler@xcede.com</a>

Digital Displays & Data Lead

I have an opportunity for you to be a part of one of the biggest players in the solar business who are all about Green energy and making the world a better place. It's a fast-growing and future-oriented startup looking for a Security Engineer to help build secure by design systems, on IoT edge devices and in the cloud while Architecting and overseeing secure software development lifecycle. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Spearhead the development of secure-by-design systems, encompassing IoT edge devices and cloud infrastructure.</li><li>Architect and oversee the implementation of a robust secure software development lifecycle, while actively prototyping and demonstrating hands-on security concepts.</li><li>Assess and integrate all pertinent security considerations such as identity and access management, cryptography, infrastructure, security automation, and compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with the team in selecting and implementing appropriate security tools, and lead incident management and risk mitigation efforts.</li><li>Contribute to the company's vision of democratizing sustainable solar energy through a customer-centric approach, aligning software development with product management and lean, experiment-driven business development.</li></ul> What We Offer:<ul><li>A dynamic environment emphasizing speed, agility, and significant career advancement opportunities.</li><li>Engagement in the energy revolution while taking ownership of sustainable change initiatives.</li><li>An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and fosters professional growth.</li></ul> Core Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and implement secure solutions, continuously improving application security and addressing issues promptly.</li><li>Enhance overall security posture by optimizing stability, availability, and automation, including conducting load tests and vulnerability scans.</li><li>Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term vision, integrating diverse technologies into a cohesive and secure framework.</li><li>Foster empathy and understanding within the team, ensuring alignment with market needs and stakeholder expectations.</li></ul> Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in IT security.</li><li>Strong security mindset with the ability to navigate complex software architectures.</li><li>Proficiency in threat modeling, security by design, and defense in depth principles.</li><li>Familiarity with information security frameworks, standards, and policies.</li><li>Experience with CI/CD, Terraform, Kubernetes, C#, Wiz, and Datadog preferred.</li><li>Deep understanding of cloud computing platforms, particularly Azure.</li><li>Excellent communication skills in English, with proficiency in German as a plus.</li><li>Passion for contributing to the energy transition and driving meaningful impact.</li><li>Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of security without compromising agility.</li></ul>I look forward to your application and discussing this further with you.

Senior Security Engineer

Senior technical Business Analyst

Data Engineer / DBA with multi database experience required for leading hedge fund based in London. Emphasis on SQL-Server, PostgreSQL and NoSQL production engineering environments.Essential Skills: 3 years + experience in database engineering or production dba role; production environment experience with at least 2 of the following: SQL-Server, PostgreSQL and NoSQL; understanding of DB monitoring, analysis, disaster recovery, and performance tuning; one of the following programming languages (SQL, T-SQL, PL/SQL etc.) and BI services (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS) for design, maintain, administrate, secure, backup and recovery across production, back test, UAT and development environments; experience in scripting in Powershell/Shell script, Python would be a plusDesirable experience - cloud DB admin in Azure and / or AWSMy client is a leading hedge fund based in London and is looking to expand its DBA engineering function due to the growing needs in the business. The environment is largely based around SQL Server technologies and the Microsoft platform. The team has multi-faceted skillsets including data warehouse architecture, business intelligence solutions, and database administration. The team is driven by the desire to attain high levels of professional excellence, delivering successful and lasting database solutions to the business.Successful candidates will almost certainly have a computer science based degree from reputabale university. A demonstrable track working in a large and complex database enivonments working at top tier end user organisations. Typical orgnisations my client is interested in seeing candidates from would include: Big Tech, hedge or prop trading firms, commodities trading firms, rapidly growing fintech companies, large and complex consumer lead retail businesses or investment banks.This is a hugely exciting opportunity to work in one of the most reputable hedge funds in London, working with some of the best technology minds in the buy side sector.For a full spec, please reaach out to Ben Davis.

Database Engineer / DBA

Fantastic opportunity! I am looking for a football statistical analyst with a high level of competency in data analysis, data visualization, and data workflows. Our client is seeking a proactive and organised football statistical analyst with a passion for football. The ideal candidate must have worked with on pitch data and have experience in Python, SQL, Tableau, Excel, and other data analysis tools. They will be able to work to tight deadlines and have strong analytical skills. Additionally, confident presenters and work well within a team environment and ideally work for football club or sports consultancy. This is a full-time position based in London, offering a salary of £60,000 per annum plus bonus. The successful candidate will be responsible for reporting data, creating data visualizations, building statistical models and working with data workflows. They will be expected to be football-obsessed and open-minded to new ideas and concepts. No sponsorship available. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Club Data Scientist 

Xcede are currently working with an early stage start-up who are looking to implement organisational change through the use of GenAI, specifically LLMs. Are you excited by this growing space in the technology sector? Are you a Python expert? Do you want more autonomy across your work? If the answer is yes, keep reading. Deliverables:<ul><li>Liaising with the Front-end, Infrastructure and Product Teams to design the API.</li><li>Implementing a FastAPI server, deployable to AWS Lambda. This must have low latency, robustness, scalability, with clean documentation.</li><li>Lead and mentor more junior memebers of the software team.</li></ul> Requirements:* Obtained or studying towards a BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics * A strong profile of work/personal projects, open-source contributions, or hackathons * Proficiency in Python and backend development (e.g. FastAPI, Asynchronous programming) * Experience with serverless architecture Experience with web security and authentication (e.g. TLS, AWS Cognito) The team are currently working to a hybrid model, meeting roughly twice per week in an agreed location around London. A more permanent office space will be used when the team grows to a more reasonable size. *Please not that sponsorship is not provided for this role* If you this sounds of interest and you would like more information, please email will.harris@xcede.com

Python Engineer / Founding Engineer - GenAI Start-Up

Fullstack Developer - .NET, C# Location - Weiherhammer, Bavaria (around 80% remote) Salary - 60,000€ - 70,000€ This is a great opportunity to join a major global player and leading solution provider for sustainable packaging. This company maintains a consistently high level of quality throughout its entire range of products and services, including providing innovative digital solutions. They have established themselves in the market and have grown to over 3,000 employees across the group. The company are looking for strong developers as they are continuing to grow their headcount. The best part? They are looking for new staff to join their teams! Could you be the right candidate? Read on to figure that out. The role:<ul><li>Responsible for new development of software products in the area of ​​automation, data management</li><li>Working in an international and agile environment, leading the development and maintaining software deployment processes</li><li>Infrastructure automation / Infrastructure as code, CI/CD</li><li>Collaborate effectively with the team to deliver value to the end-user</li></ul> What do you need?<ul><li>Several years of experience in a tech stack of .NET/C# (.NET Framework/Core, WPF)</li><li>Solid understanding of tools such as SQL, Docker, Git is desirable</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Willingness to mentor and lead other developers in the team</li><li>Fluent in English and German (B2 level or higher)</li></ul> Benefits include 30 days of holiday, flexible working hours, remote working opportunities and bonuses on top of competitive salary packages. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Jorden Chan on Jorden.chan@xcede.de for other developer opportunities.

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​Based in New York City, Andrew is heading up Xcede's North American Permanent Recruitment team. Andrew specialises in FinTech roles spanning everything from hedge funds and banks to cryptocurrency and beyond, as well as working alongside numerous Tech clients with a major focus on software development jobs. Andrew ensures every one of his clients and candidates receives a top level of service. He ensures transparency across all communications, working fast and smart throughout the entire recruitment life cycle.

Andrew Morales

Manager

Bao has a M.Sc. in Economics and 7 years of experience in permanent recruitment. As one of the DACH team's first hires, she was pivotal in evolving the German offering within the Xcede group. Her projects included building digital & tech teams of large corporations undergoing their digitalisation from scratch to growing start-ups into UNICORNS by delivering top-notch from entry to C-Level. She is now focusing on client acquisition & development whilst specialising in senior leadership searches. Her markets span Data, Software, Cyber, Product, Marketing & AI. Bao is fluent in English, German, and Italian. 

Bao Trinh

Client Services Director

​As Xcede' Talent Director and Head of our UK Permanent Team, Ben is an expert at placing senior technology managers across leading IT organisations globally. Utilising his 15 years of technology, infrastructure, and financial services staffing experience, Ben is responsible for driving the delivery of the team across a global client base that operates at the cutting edge of the IT industry. Ben is also still a hands-on consultant, sourcing the top talent to fill roles at the more senior end of the market, placing C-Level, Programme Director and Programme Manager candidates through to Project Management and ITIL Service Delivery.

Ben Davis

Talent Director

As the Managing Partner for Xcede North America Brett utilises his 20 years of technology, infrastructure & cybersecurity staffing experience around the globe to ensure continuous high quality delivery is achieved to our enterprise, consulting & startup technology clients. 

Brett Marsh

US Managing Director

​Based in London, Chloe joined Xcede as an Associate Consultant in 2021. Chloe recruits for a variety of IT roles spanning Cloud Computing, Cloud Architecture, and Cloud Development.

Chloe-Mary Booth

Consultant

Craig joined Xcede in 2021 as our Practice Lead in our London office. His focus area is the software market.

Craig Pearman

Practice Lead

​Eva joined the Xcede DACH team in 2023 with previous experience within energy recruitment. She now focuses within the Software space, particularly software engineering and architecture.

Eva Makraiova

Associate Consultant

​Jazmina joined Xcede in July 2022 as an Associate Consultant in the DACH Cybersecurity department. She specialises in identifying and acquiring the best-suited candidates for her clients' needs. She prides herself on keeping up to date with market information, innovation and news for the thriving cybersecurity market. She has since been promoted to Consultant. 

Jazmina Durakova

​Kit is Xcede’s Principal Consultant recruiting across the DACH markets. Although he started his career working in Programmatic advertising, Kit soon moved into recruitment in 2018 when he realised that talent acquisition was his passion. Working primarily across roles in the Data Science and BI space, Kit is a focused, motivated, and industry-aware consultant who delivers unique talent solutions tailored to his client’s specific business needs.   

Kit Pelham

Principal Consultant

​Ludmila joined Xcede through the merger with Etonwood as a Researcher focusing on candidate sourcing, qualification, conducting market research and market mapping across the following Technology disciplines; Software Engineering, Quant Research and Machine Learning

Ludmila Sevcova

Researcher

Matthew joined Xcede as an Associate Director in 2021 after years of working in the Technology recruitment space in Hamburg and Berlin. As well as working across Permanent roles in Germany, Matthew is currently responsible for leading, nurturing and scaling the department with a full coverage of the German market across Data, Tech, Product and Marketing. Although Matthew primarily recruits for Software Engineers, he works across a wide variety of management-level roles too such as Head of Product, Head of Program Management, CFO, CTO, Head of Enterprise Architecture, Head of Vendor Management.

Matthew Rees-Davis

Associate Director

​Based in London, Samuel is one of our Principal Technology Consultants at Xcede working across the Nordics market. With experience of working across both niche and broad aspects of software engineering, Samuel has a proven track record of building exceptional software engineering teams from the ground up. Samuel is part of a team that maintains one of the largest JavaScript networks in Europe, boasting access to the top available talent in the market. He has been a pivotal member of our team for various scaling operations of major start-ups as well as for established technology businesses across the UK and the Nordics by successfully delivering expert engineers and building outstanding engineering teams to tight deadlines. 

Samuel Webb

​Will joined our Xcede Software team in our London office as a Senior Consultant in 2023. He has more than 2.5 years of experience in recruitment, with over half of that time specialising in tech.

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