Looker BI Analyst – SaaS | Hybrid London | £55k–£65k + bonus + benefits We're looking for a talented Insight & BI Analyst to join our team, working across Finance and FP&A to build impactful dashboards in Looker, write robust SQL, and deliver clear, actionable insight to senior stakeholders. You’ll be comfortable solving problems independently, have a sharp eye for detail, and ideally bring experience from a SaaS business or a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Key Requirements: <ul><li>Strong Looker and SQL experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management</li><li>Commercial mindset with exposure to Finance/FP&A</li><li>Previous SaaS or tech sector experience preferred</li><li>UK-based & able to work 2 days/week from our London office</li></ul> No sponsorship available – applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Looker BI Analyst

Contract Developer – Defence Sector (3-Month Initial Contract, Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid – 1–2 days per week on-site in Hertfordshire, Bristol, or Greater Manchester Duration: Initial 3 months (potential extensions) Engagement: Inside IR35 Clearance: Must have active UK SC Clearance About the Opportunity: We’re working with a major technology services provider to support a leading UK defence organisation as they build out an internal application development capability. The team focuses on delivering rapid, fit-for-purpose applications—often completed in under 40 days—to meet evolving business needs. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced developers who thrive in light-touch agile environments, enjoy autonomy, and can take ownership of small, end-to-end software projects. What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Develop and deliver small-scale applications and tools (ranging from spreadsheet-based solutions to fully fledged web apps).</li><li>Work with business stakeholders to design, build, document, and hand over applications within tight timeframes.</li><li>Contribute to a collaborative, fast-moving delivery culture, focused on outcomes and quality.</li><li>Apply your technical expertise to help shape best practices for rapid application delivery.</li></ul>Technical Skills (mix of the following is ideal)<ul><li>.NET / C#</li><li>Angular</li><li>Python</li><li>Power BI (for data visualisation and dashboards)</li><li>Java (occasional use)</li><li>Familiarity with tools and frameworks that enable rapid prototyping and iterative development</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Proven experience delivering small-scale or rapid development projects end-to-end.</li><li>Ability to work independently, yet collaboratively within a cross-functional team.</li><li>Excellent communication and documentation skills.</li><li>Must hold (or be eligible for) UK SC Clearance.</li><li>Flexibility to be on-site 1–2 days per week as required.</li></ul>Why This Role<ul><li>Work with cutting-edge defence technology and make an impact in a highly respected environment.</li><li>Join a flexible, agile, and fast-paced team delivering tangible outcomes.</li><li>Potential for ongoing engagement beyond the initial term.</li></ul>Interested? If you’re an adaptable developer with a passion for delivering smart, practical software solutions quickly and effectively, we’d love to hear from you.

Fullstack Developer

Credit Risk Analyst, Salary: Up to £60,000 + bonus Location: London (hybrid) Industry: Financial Services / Insurance Type: Permanent Are you an experienced Credit Risk Analyst with a strong background in SQL and data visualisation? We’re working with a leading financial services organisation looking to strengthen their credit risk analytics team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys combining technical analysis with regulatory insight to drive smarter, compliant risk decisions. What you’ll be doing<ul><li>Developing, analysing and maintaining credit risk models and portfolio reporting.</li><li>Using SQL to extract and manipulate large datasets from multiple sources.</li><li>Building dashboards and visualisations (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to present insights to senior management.</li><li>Supporting the business with risk appetite monitoring, capital adequacy, and credit exposure analysis.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks such as IFRS9, PRA, Basel, or Solvency II.</li><li>Collaborating with stakeholders across risk, finance, and data teams to enhance risk insight and governance.</li></ul>What we’re looking for<ul><li>Proven experience in Credit Risk Analysis, ideally within a bank or insurance environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of SQL (other coding languages such as Python or SAS a plus).</li><li>Experience creating data visualisations to communicate complex findings clearly.</li><li>Solid understanding of risk regulations and reporting requirements.</li><li>Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.</li></ul>Please send me your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Credit Risk Analyst

Lead Information Security AnalystWe’re partnering with a leading digital business that takes cyber risk seriously. Their InfoSec team is award-winning, collaborative, and one of the most gender-diverse in the industry. They’re looking for a Lead Information Security Analyst to strengthen their security governance, risk, and compliance functions — ensuring customer data and company systems remain secure while leading a small, capable team of analysts. What you’ll be doing: • Leading and supporting all aspects of security governance activities – from policy and exception management to risk and vendor assessments • Managing compliance and audit activities (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, NYDFS, etc.) and working closely with tech, legal, and audit teams • Overseeing major projects to ensure security is baked in from inception to implementation • Coaching and developing a team of Information Security Analysts, fostering a proactive and high-performing culture • Acting as a hands-on leader who can balance strategy, delivery, and stakeholder engagement What you’ll bring: • Strong background in GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) within cybersecurity • Practical experience with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI DSS • Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures • Confident in managing audits, vendor assessments, and compliance remediation • Leadership skills that balance mentorship, accountability, and collaboration • Someone who thrives in both independent and global team environments This is an opportunity to shape the security posture of a well-respected digital brand while leading a high-impact team.

Lead Information Security Analyst

Head of Business Data Location: London Salary: £120k  -£140k+ bonus + benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Data to lead the commercial data strategy for a high-profile organisation. This role will oversee a multidisciplinary data team, managing the full fan data lifecycle — from third-party acquisition to activation across digital and physical environments. Must have a consumer/customer data background with all round experience across engineering, BI and analytics. Preferably worked within B2C/customer-centric data.  You’ll lead the development of a centralised data platform (GCP) or experience with AWS, Azure enhance the Customer Data Platform (Twilio Segment), and drive insight-led decision-making across the business. You'll also play a key role in embedding predictive models like CLV and propensity scoring into core systems and processes. We’re seeking a hands-on data leader with strong experience in cloud architecture, Data engineering, data governance, BI tooling (Power BI, Omni), and stakeholder engagement at a senior level, must be hands on with the detail.  What’s on offer: <ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive culture committed to data-driven innovation</li></ul>Please send me your cv to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Head of Business Data - 12 month ftc

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team. That&rsquo;s why we are seeking talented Contract Principal Recruitment Consultants to join our Miami team, focusing on the Cyber market.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Drive thought leadership in your vertical and promote Xcede&rsquo;s brand awareness &amp; presence in technical conferences, client engagement meetings and Scope of Work discussions. </li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Responsible for researching, identifying and approaching new clients to build long-term recruitment partner relationships</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Drive sales opportunities by identifying staffing needs within potential clients and qualifying job descriptions within your specialist area.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Responsible for maintaining and building relationships at all levels within key accounts</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our clients.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/cyber roles</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Have a proven track record of engaging new clients through proactive business development execution.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will join a high-performing environment supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Gym membership</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">3% employer 401k Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Professional development contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Phone &amp; internet allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employer medical contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture, check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.

Contract Principal Cyber Consultant

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team. That&rsquo;s why we are seeking talented Permanent Principal Recruitment Consultants to join our Miami team, focusing on the&nbsp;Data market.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Drive thought leadership in your vertical and promote Xcede&rsquo;s brand awareness &amp; presence in technical conferences, client engagement meetings and Scope of Work discussions. </li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Responsible for researching, identifying and approaching new clients to build long-term recruitment partner relationships</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Drive sales opportunities by identifying staffing needs within potential clients and qualifying job descriptions within your specialist area.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Responsible for maintaining and building relationships at all levels within key accounts</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our clients.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/data roles</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Have a proven track record of engaging new clients through proactive business development execution.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will be joining a high-performing environment that is supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Gym membership</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">3% employer 401k Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Professional development contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Phone &amp; internet allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employer medical contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture, check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.
&nbsp;

Permanent Principal Data Consultant

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team! That&rsquo;s why we are seeking a Permanent Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our European Data team in our London office.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/data roles within the European market</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will be joining a high-performing environment that is supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring. 
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">WellHub - Gym Subscription Programme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR Day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation Opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Tech &amp; Home scheme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Workplace Nursery</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">4% Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Eyecare Subsidy</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employee Assistance Program available 24/7</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.

Permanent Senior Consultant European Data Market

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team! That&rsquo;s why we are seeking a Contract Recruitment Consultant to join our European Data team in our London office.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/data roles within the European market</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will be joining a high-performing environment that is supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring. 
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">WellHub - Gym Subscription Programme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR Day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation Opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Tech &amp; Home scheme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Workplace Nursery</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">4% Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Eyecare Subsidy</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employee Assistance Program available 24/7</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture, check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.

Contract Consultant European Data Market

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team! That&rsquo;s why we are seeking a Contract Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our European Software Engineering team in our London office.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/software roles</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will be joining a high-performing environment that is supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">WellHub - Gym Subscription Programme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR Day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation Opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Tech &amp; Home scheme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Workplace Nursery</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">4% Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Eyecare Subsidy</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employee Assistance Program available 24/7</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture, check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.
&nbsp;

Contract Senior Consultant European Software Market

We are always striving to grow and improve by expanding our team! That&rsquo;s why we are seeking a Permanent Recruitment Consultant to join our Software Engineering team in our London office.
&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Collaborate with international hiring teams to understand our global staffing requirements and formulate strategic recruitment plans.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Source, engage, and recruit top-tier talent within the technology sector.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Conduct thorough interviews, assess candidates' skills, and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Oversee the entire 360-degree recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and our global teams.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Serve as the authority on industry trends, emerging talents, and global recruitment best practices.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills/Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Experience as a 360 Contract Recruiter, with a proven track record of success - ideally with a focus on technology/software roles</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Strong understanding of the technology sector and its talent landscape.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
What We Can Offer You:
With the key values of Performance, Pace, Partnership, and Personality, Xcede focuses on delivering excellence for our clients, candidates and colleagues. You will be joining a high-performing environment that is supported by an experienced leadership team through learning and development, individual support, and mentoring.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">WellHub - Gym Subscription Programme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">CSR Day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Life leave</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">5 days to work from anywhere around the globe</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Flexi hours and extendable lunch break option</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Early finish Fridays</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Relocation Opportunities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Tech &amp; Home scheme</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Christmas and New Year closure</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Workplace Nursery</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">4% Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Eyecare Subsidy</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Employee Assistance Program available 24/7</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
For more insight into our culture, check our insta page: @xcede_group&nbsp;
Xcede is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Keen to learn more? Send your CV to <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com">talent.acquisition@xcedegroup.com</a> and we will be in touch.

Permanent Software Consultant

Join a forward-thinking company transforming the industry through data and technology. I'm looking for a Data Analyst to turn complex data into actionable insights, build dashboards, define KPIs, and work with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, and AI. You will need to have:  <ul><li>Strong SQL and Python skills; bonus for PySpark, SparkSQL, Git</li><li>Experience with Tableau or Power BI</li><li>Passion for using data to drive decisions</li><li>Knowledge of modern data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake) is a plus</li></ul>This is a great opportunity to grow into Data Science or Analytical Engineering while making an impact across the business. No sponsorship available please send your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Data Analyst

Product Analyst – London – Up to £77k + Bonus Join a fast-growing tech business in London as a Product Analyst! They're looking for someone with strong product analytics experience, confident with SQL and Python, and ideally familiar with dbt or modern analytics tooling. You’ll dive deep into user and product data, generating insights that drive business decisions and help shape the roadmap. This is a hands-on role where your analysis directly impacts growth and strategy. Requirements: <ul><li>Strong experience in product analytics</li><li>Proficient in SQL and Python</li><li>Experience with dbt is a plus</li><li>Ability to turn data into actionable business insights</li><li>Must be eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship offered)</li></ul>Please send me your updated CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Senior Fullstack Developer – Java, Springboot and Angular – Frankfurt – 90.000 EUR About us We help organisations turn ideas into robust digital products by combining deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, people-first mindset. The role We’re looking for an experienced fullstack engineer who thrives on taking ownership—from solution architecture to delivery. In this role, you’ll be shaping modern, cloud-native applications, driving technical decisions, and mentoring others to reach their potential. What you’ll do <ul><li>Design and implement complex, scalable fullstack solutions using Java, Kotlin, TypeScript, React/Angular/Vue, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure). </li><li>Lead technical architecture discussions and translate business requirements into high-quality, maintainable code. </li><li>Introduce best practices and guide teams in modern development methods, CI/CD, and agile workflows. </li><li>Coach and mentor less experienced developers, fostering a culture of learning and quality. </li><li>Contribute to shaping internal processes, tool selection, and long-term technical strategy. </li></ul>What you bring <ul><li>8+ years of professional experience in software development, ideally across both backend and frontend. </li><li>Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-quality applications. </li><li>Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and modern DevOps practices. </li><li>Ability to influence and lead technical direction in cross-functional teams. </li><li>Excellent communication skills in English and German. </li><li>Based locally to Frankfurt. </li></ul>What we offer <ul><li>A high-trust, flexible work culture - hybrid working policy, on site 50% of the time. </li><li>Clear opportunities to shape the technical roadmap and company direction. </li><li>Competitive salary with performance bonuses. </li><li>Personal development budget for training, certifications, and conferences. </li><li>Benefits including business bike, gym offers, and annual tech event access. </li><li>A team that values expertise, autonomy, and collaboration over hierarchy. </li></ul>Apply now If you’re ready to take the lead on challenging projects and help shape the next chapter of our growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Senior Fullstack Developer – Java, Springboot and Angular – Frankfurt – 90.000 EUR

Data Scientist – AI & Machine Learning (Canada / Remote Hybrid) Location: Canada (Toronto, Vancouver, or remote) Type: Full-time, Permanent Experience: 3–5 years About Our Client Our client is a leading Canadian technology company that powers one of the country’s largest digital marketplaces and provides advanced software solutions to thousands of businesses nationwide. They operate at the intersection of technology, data, and commerce — helping consumers connect with products and services while supporting businesses with analytics, automation, and fintech solutions. As part of a global technology group with a strong focus on AI and data-driven innovation, our client is transforming how people buy, sell, and finance everyday products through smart, scalable digital platforms. The Opportunity We’re seeking a Data Scientist to join a high-impact team developing real-world machine learning and AI solutions that influence millions of users. You’ll work on end-to-end ML model design, training, deployment, and optimization — from recommendation and personalization systems to pricing, search, and predictive analytics. This is an opportunity to join a company that blends the stability of an established industry leader with the agility of a modern tech startup. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Design, train, and deploy ML and Generative AI models that power personalization, pricing, and optimization features.</li><li>Collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to translate goals into measurable, data-driven outcomes.</li><li>Work with large, complex datasets to extract insights and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Build scalable data pipelines and ML infrastructure using AWS, Docker, and Airflow/Jenkins.</li><li>Monitor and improve model performance, contributing to best practices in MLOps.</li><li>Explore the integration of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance automation and user experiences.</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.</li><li>3–5 years of experience in data science, machine learning, or AI development, including production deployment.</li><li>Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.</li><li>Experience with scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of AWS, Docker, and modern ML workflows.</li><li>Understanding of MLOps, model monitoring, and model versioning.</li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Familiarity with Generative AI, LLMs, or tools such as LangChain, Hugging Face, or OpenAI APIs.</li></ul>Bonus: <ul><li>Experience in e-commerce, marketplaces, or large-scale consumer platforms.</li><li>Background in pricing, recommendation systems, or fintech analytics.</li><li>Contributions to open-source or AI/ML research communities.</li></ul>Why Apply<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits from day one.</li><li>Pension matching and financial planning support.</li><li>$1,500 annual training & development allowance.</li><li>Wellness and gym discounts plus virtual fitness programs.</li><li>A collaborative, learning-driven environment that encourages innovation.</li></ul>

Data Scientist – AI & Machine Learning (Canada / Remote Hybrid)

Freelance Lead Data Scientist Start: Within 1–2 weeks) Contract: 1 month (strong potential to extend – Inside preferred for extensions) Day Rate: £600/day (Inside or Outside IR35 considered) Location: Remote (UK-based preferred; preferred onsite for initial few days We’re supporting a major client on a short, high-impact project that blends computer vision, NLP, and marketing analytics. The goal is to refine and optimise an existing model that predicts the conversion rate of marketing images based on their visual and contextual attributes. The work:<ul><li>Enhance or rebuild an existing multimodal image-to-text model built using CLIP and Phi (OpenAI).</li><li>Apply SHAP (or similar explainability methods) to attribute what’s driving conversion — e.g., the presence of people, objects, or scene context.</li><li>Extend an interactive Python Dash web app that visualises image predictions and their drivers.</li><li>Work closely with the analytics and marketing teams to make the tool usable, explainable, and business-ready.</li><li>Handle both model optimisation and dash app refinement, focusing on interpretability and usability.</li></ul>Tech environment: Python | CLIP | Phi | SHAP | Computer Vision | NLP | Dash | Pandas | NumPy Ideal profile:<ul><li>Proven experience in data science / ML, with practical exposure to computer vision and explainable AI.</li><li>Strong coding in Python, with experience building models end-to-end and deploying lightweight web apps (Dash/Streamlit).</li><li>Understanding of model explainability (SHAP, LIME, feature attribution).</li><li>Hands-on with multimodal data (images + text) preferred.</li><li>Comfortable in a fast-moving, creative environment; self-starter with a growth mindset.</li></ul>Contract length: 4–5 weeks initially, strong chance of extension into wider data/AI projects

Data Scientist - Image Conversion Probability

Senior Technical Data Solution Designer Hybrid 6 Months + Extensions Inside IR35  Start: ASAP We’re looking for a senior hands-on data professional to lead the technical design and delivery of end-to-end data solutions within a high-impact data product squad. This isn’t a management role — it’s for someone who wants to stay close to the code while driving technical quality and design decisions. The below is a shortened version of the Full JD. What you’ll do <ul><li>Translate business requirements into scalable, well-structured data models and dashboards. </li><li>Build and maintain Business Layers and data transformations using dbt, SQL, and BigQuery (GCP). </li><li>Develop and refine Tableau dashboards with strong UX and storytelling focus. </li><li>Own data documentation, lineage, and governance using Atlan. </li><li>Review and mentor on coding standards, testing, and best practice. </li><li>Collaborate with Product, BI, and Data Architecture teams in an Agile setup (Jira). </li></ul>Tech environment dbt | SQL | BigQuery (GCP) | Tableau | Atlan | Git | Jira Ideal profile <ul><li>Expert in SQL and dbt with solid data modelling and warehousing experience. </li><li>Proven experience delivering production-grade dashboards in Tableau. </li><li>Strong understanding of data governance and data mesh principles. </li><li>Confident leading by example and mentoring others in an Agile delivery team</li></ul> You will be somoene that is building, designing, and owning data solutions end-to-end.

Senior Technical Data Solution Designer

Credit Risk Analyst – Finance & Credit Risk | £50K-£55K + Bonus & Benefits London  Our client who is a leading consultancy based in London, they're looking for a Credit Risk Analyst with a strong background in finance, credit risk, ideally some regulation experience, and SQL expertise or some SAS to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with 2-5 years of experience in the banking and insurance sectors to work on high-impact projects with leading financial institutions. Key Requirements: 2-5 years’ experience in banking credit risk Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets Expertise in finance, credit risk or Insurance and some regulation experience.  Experience working with banks and insurance companies Willingness to travel to client sites mostly around London. UK-based candidates only – No sponsorship available Salary: £50K-£55K + Bonus + Benefits Exciting career growth opportunities Exposure to leading financial institutions

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P2/P1 Security Architect / Security Specialist (m/f/d) – Cybersecurity | Munich | Leading Technology Company Location: Munich, Germany Client: Our client – a global leader in secure communications and high-performance technology solutions Start Date: October 1, 2025 Duration: Until September 30, 2027 (24 months) Working Hours: 40 hours per week Remote Work: Up to 3 days per week possible (depending on project and company policy) Security Clearance: No Ü2 required, NfD briefing necessary Languages: Fluent/Negotiation-level German + Basic English About the Role Our client is seeking a P2/P1 Security Architect / Security Specialist (m/f/d) to join their Cybersecurity Architecture & Certification team in Munich. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape security design, certification, and compliance strategies for cutting-edge technologies used across critical infrastructure and defense sectors. You’ll play a central role in defining secure architectures, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with European and international cybersecurity standards such as BSI IT-Grundschutz, ISO27001, and NIS-2. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and evaluate product architectures and security concepts for certification and compliance.</li><li>Define and verify security measures to achieve product and project security goals.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments, threat and vulnerability analyses, and define corresponding requirements.</li><li>Support developers by enabling secure implementation practices.</li><li>Implement information security frameworks in accordance with ISO27001 and NIS-2.</li><li>Ensure alignment with BSI IT-Grundschutz, EU Cyber Resilience Act, Data Act, and Radio Equipment Directive (RED).</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven hands-on experience in Cybersecurity / IT Security (must-have).</li><li>Strong understanding of BSI IT-Grundschutz and EU Security Standards.</li><li>Experience with approval and certification processes (e.g., Common Criteria).</li><li>Solid knowledge of ISO27001 and NIS-2 implementation.</li><li>Process-oriented and structured working style.</li><li>Not suitable for career starters – professional experience required.</li></ul>Salary Range<ul><li>Mid-Level (3–5 years experience): €75,000 – €90,000 gross/year</li><li>Senior Level (5+ years experience): €90,000 – €100,000 gross/year</li></ul>Why Join<ul><li>Work with a globally recognized technology innovator in secure communications and high-tech solutions.</li><li>Influence mission-critical security architectures that drive European cybersecurity resilience.</li><li>Flexible hybrid working model (up to 3 days remote).</li><li>Be part of a forward-thinking, compliance-driven security team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.</li></ul>Cyber Security Architect | IT Security Specialist | BSI IT-Grundschutz | ISO27001 | NIS-2 | Common Criteria | Cyber Resilience Act | Data Act | Radio Equipment Directive | Information Security | Risk Assessment | Security Compliance | Security Certification | Munich Cybersecurity Jobs | Cybersecurity Jobs Germany | Security Engineer | InfoSec Architect

P2/P1 Security Architect / Security Specialist – Cybersecurity | Munich | Leading Technology Company

Principal Software Engineer – Kubernetes – Berlin/Remote – 150.000 EUR Location: Fully Remote (Europe preferred) Compensation: 150,000 EUR About the Company Join a high-growth, remote-first technology company that’s transforming how global enterprises automate and orchestrate complex processes. Our platform enables businesses to streamline operations across systems, people, and AI-driven agents — helping some of the world’s most innovative organisations accelerate time-to-value, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Recognised as one of Europe’s most promising scale-ups and certified as a Great Place to Work, we’re expanding rapidly and looking for exceptional talent to shape the future of our cloud platform. The Role We’re seeking a Principal Software Engineer with deep expertise in Kubernetes to drive the evolution of our cloud-native platform. You’ll take ownership of designing and developing Kubernetes Operators and infrastructure automation tools that ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our SaaS offering. This role offers a high level of technical autonomy and influence — ideal for an engineer who thrives on solving complex distributed systems challenges, mentoring others, and shaping the architecture of enterprise-grade cloud services. What You’ll Do <ul><li>Design, build, and maintain Kubernetes Operators and supporting automation for a large-scale SaaS platform. </li><li>Architect resilient systems across multi-region and multi-cloud environments (GCP and AWS). </li><li>Collaborate with product and platform teams to define requirements, deliver new features, and optimise reliability. </li><li>Continuously improve the codebase with a focus on performance, observability, and security. </li><li>Participate in on-call rotations and provide escalation support for critical production systems. </li><li>Mentor engineers and champion best practices in cloud-native design, infrastructure automation, and continuous delivery. </li></ul> What You Bring<ul><li>Strong experience in Go (or equivalent language for cloud-native systems). </li><li>Deep understanding of Kubernetes internals and experience building or maintaining Kubernetes Operators. </li><li>Proven track record working with cloud service providers (AWS, GCP, or Azure). </li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on mindset — balancing long-term architectural vision with day-to-day delivery. </li><li>A collaborative approach and genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and sharing knowledge. </li><li>Ownership mentality: “You build it, you run it.” </li></ul> Nice to Have <ul><li>Experience with Controller-Runtime, Kubebuilder, or Crossplane. </li><li>Knowledge of multi-region or multi-cloud deployments. </li><li>Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability tooling, and infrastructure as code. </li></ul> What’s on Offer<ul><li>Compensation: Competitive salary (150,000 EUR package depending on experience). </li><li>Flexibility: Work remotely from anywhere in Europe, with flexible hours and time off. </li><li>Learning & Development: Annual budget for courses, certifications, and books (€1,000+). </li><li>Wellbeing: Comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, and fitness reimbursement. </li><li>Connection: Annual global meetups and local team events to foster collaboration. </li><li>Growth: Work alongside experienced engineers solving meaningful, large-scale challenges. </li></ul> Why Join? You’ll be part of a globally distributed engineering team building one of the most sophisticated automation platforms in the market — one that powers mission-critical processes for leading enterprises. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on technology used at scale, while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of a remote-first culture.

Principal Software Engineer – Kubernetes – Berlin/Remote – 150.000 EUR

Head of Business Data Location: London Salary: £120k + bonus + benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Data to lead the commercial data strategy for a high-profile organisation. This role will oversee a multidisciplinary data team, managing the full fan data lifecycle — from third-party acquisition to activation across digital and physical environments. Must have a consumer/customer data background with all round experience across engineering, BI and analytics. Preferably worked within B2C/customer-centric data.  You’ll lead the development of a centralised data platform (GCP) or experience with AWS, Azure enhance the Customer Data Platform (Twilio Segment), and drive insight-led decision-making across the business. You'll also play a key role in embedding predictive models like CLV and propensity scoring into core systems and processes. We’re seeking a hands-on data leader with strong experience in cloud architecture, Data engineering, data governance, BI tooling (Power BI, Omni), and stakeholder engagement at a senior level, must be hands on with the detail.  What’s on offer: <ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive culture committed to data-driven innovation</li></ul>Please send me your cv to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Overview Our client, a leading international technology and consulting organization, is seeking an experienced Senior Systems PEGA Architect to join their growing digital transformation team based in Stuttgart, Germany. This hybrid position offers a balance of remote flexibility and on-site collaboration, enabling the successful candidate to drive enterprise-level PEGA BPM initiatives that streamline operations and enhance customer experiences across diverse industries. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the end-to-end design and architecture of complex PEGA-based solutions.</li><li>Partner with business analysts, developers, and key stakeholders to define scalable PEGA application frameworks and integrations.</li><li>Deliver high-performance, secure, and maintainable PEGA BPM applications aligned with business requirements.</li><li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers and project teams.</li><li>Conduct code reviews, system performance analysis, and optimization.</li><li>Integrate PEGA applications with external systems using REST, SOAP, and database connectors.</li><li>Support project estimation, documentation, and architecture governance.</li><li>Stay up to date with PEGA platform advancements and emerging best practices.</li></ul>Required Skills & Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of PEGA development and architecture experience.</li><li>Current PEGA Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) or Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification.</li><li>Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale PEGA solutions (v8.x or higher).</li><li>Strong understanding of BPM, case management, workflow automation, and decisioning.</li><li>Proficiency with Java, SQL, APIs (REST/SOAP), and system integrations.</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Fluent in English; German language proficiency is a plus.</li></ul>What Our Client Offers<ul><li>Competitive compensation and attractive bonus structure.</li><li>Flexible hybrid working model (remote and on-site in Stuttgart).</li><li>Exposure to international, high-impact PEGA transformation projects.</li><li>Continuous learning opportunities and PEGA certification support.</li><li>A collaborative, multicultural environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.</li></ul>

Freelance Senior Systems Pega Architect - Hybrid, Germany (1-2 days in Stuttgart)

Senior Solutions Engineer - AI Powered FinTech Innovator - Munich - 80.000 EUR Location: Munich, Germany (Onsite) Salary: €80,000 per year Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a skilled Senior Solutions Engineer to join a dynamic AI-driven financial technology company. In this role, you will: <ul><li>Collaborate closely with sales, product, and engineering teams to design and implement tailored solutions for prospective clients. </li><li>Lead technical discussions and deliver customised demonstrations to showcase the value of our AI-powered financial tools. </li><li>Develop and present technical proposals, including scopes of work and project plans, to align with client requirements. </li><li>Act as the primary technical liaison during the pre-sales phase, ensuring a seamless transition to the implementation team. </li><li>Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to clients post-implementation to ensure successful adoption and satisfaction. </li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Proven experience in a solutions engineering or technical consulting role, preferably within the FinTech or SaaS industry. </li><li>Strong technical background with the ability to understand and communicate complex AI and software solutions. </li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to design solutions that meet client needs. </li><li>Fluent in German and English, with strong communication skills in both languages. </li><li>Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. </li><li>Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events. </li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Be part of a mission-driven company revolutionising financial operations through AI. </li><li>Work in a collaborative and inclusive onsite culture in Munich. </li><li>Competitive compensation up to €80,000. </li><li>Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities. </li></ul> If you’re passionate about leveraging AI to transform financial processes and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.

Senior Solutions Engineer - AI Powered FinTech Innovator - Munich - 80.000 EUR

🚀 Senior Full Stack Engineer - AI Powered FinTech Innovator - Munich - 120.000 EUR Location: Munich, Germany (Onsite, 5 days/week) Salary: 70.000 - 120.000 EUR + stocks Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a talented Senior Full Stack Engineer to join a fast-growing AI-driven financial technology company. In this role, you will: <ul><li>Build and maintain modern, responsive frontend interfaces using TypeScript and React. </li><li>Develop robust backend services and APIs to support AI-powered automation tools. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions for invoice processing, ERP integration, and accounting workflows. </li><li>Contribute to the evolution of our tech stack and engineering practices. </li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Proven experience in full-stack development, with strong TypeScript and React skills. </li><li>Solid backend development experience (Node.js, Python, or similar). </li><li>Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, preferably AWS. </li><li>Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. </li><li>Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern development workflows. </li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive approach to challenges. </li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative onsite environment. </li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Be part of a mission-driven company revolutionising financial operations through AI. </li><li>Work in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive onsite culture in Munich. </li><li>Competitive compensation up to €120,000. </li><li>Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities. </li></ul>

Senior Full Stack Engineer - AI Powered FinTech Innovator - Munich - 120.000 EUR

Automation Engineer (Chef) 6-month contract Outside IR35 Remote working Must be based in the EU We are seeking an Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Chef InSpec, AWS, and Windows, you will play a key role in designing, automating, and securing enterprise infrastructure. The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of Chef cookbooks, InSpec profiles, and CI/CD automation to enhance cyber resilience and compliance across hybrid environments. Key Responsibilites  <ul><li>Deliver engineering solutions aligned with the Cyber Resilient Framework across global Windows and AWS environments.</li><li>Develop and maintain Chef cookbooks and InSpec profiles to enforce compliance, configuration, and security baselines.</li><li>Integrate InSpec compliance testing within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bitbucket, GitHub Actions, etc.).</li><li>Automate server build, configuration, and deployment processes for Windows and AWS infrastructure.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Windows, Linux, Cloud, Security) to ensure consistent engineering and automation standards.</li><li>Research and implement emerging automation, cloud, and security technologies to improve operational resilience.</li></ul>Essential Skills / Basic Qualifications <ul><li>Advanced experience with Chef DSL, cookbook development, and Chef InSpec profile creation.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, Systems Manager, Config, Security Hub, IAM).</li><li>Proven ability to integrate automation and compliance tests into CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>Scripting proficiency in Ruby, PowerShell, or Python.</li><li>Deep understanding of server build, deployment, desired state configuration (DSC), and security hardening.</li><li>Practical experience with automation and configuration tools (Chef, Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, etc.).</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, working effectively in globally distributed teams.</li></ul>

Automation Engineer (Chef)

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Sustainability - Berlin  We are a rapidly growing company on a mission to scale sustainable solutions that reduce emissions, enhance resilience, and create long-term value across global supply chains. Our platform enables businesses to transition towards more sustainable practices while delivering measurable climate impact. With strong financial backing and established partnerships with major industry leaders, we are expanding internationally and have already supported thousands of partners across Europe. Our solutions are recognised as a leading force for driving meaningful climate action at scale. If you are passionate about building technology that enables real-world sustainability impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future. Your Mission As CTO, you will be the strategic and technical leader driving our technology vision. You will ensure our platform is high-performing, resilient, and ready to scale, while leading the engineering organisation to deliver robust software systems and deeply embed data capabilities into our infrastructure and products. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to translate ambitious business goals into scalable architecture, actionable technology roadmaps, and high-performing teams. Together with our data function, you will ensure our technology stack enables advanced analytics, real-time services, and data-enriched applications that generate true customer value. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you’ll shape the team, structure, and systems needed to bring bold product ideas to life. You will foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence, ensuring technology becomes both an enabler for fast product iteration today and a driver of sustained innovation tomorrow. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Strategic Technology Leadership – Define and execute a long-term technology vision aligned with company goals, while prioritising short-term wins to accelerate product development and market traction. </li><li>Engineering Team Growth – Build and develop a high-performing engineering team, recruit and mentor talent, and foster a values-driven culture. </li><li>Scalable Systems – Architect and evolve a service-oriented platform that ensures flexibility, independent scaling, and high performance. </li><li>Data Leadership – Place data at the heart of the platform by building robust pipelines, analytics, and machine learning capabilities. </li><li>Best Practices – Champion CI/CD, code quality, security, and performance optimisation, reducing tech debt and encouraging continuous learning. </li><li>External Representation – Communicate the company’s technical vision to partners, clients, and investors when needed. </li></ul>Who You Are<ul><li>Experienced technology leader with a strong track record of building and scaling engineering and data organisations, ideally in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. </li><li>Strategic systems thinker with experience translating business goals into scalable architectures and pragmatic technology roadmaps. </li><li>Inspirational team builder who hires, develops, and motivates top engineering talent while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. </li><li>Skilled architect with experience designing modular, service-oriented, and data-first systems that balance performance, maintainability, and extensibility. </li><li>Data-native leader with fluency in modern ML, analytics, and platform stacks, capable of embedding intelligence across products and decisions. </li><li>Hands-on partner who communicates across disciplines, makes pragmatic build-vs-buy decisions, and is willing to get involved directly when necessary. </li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Opportunity – Play a defining role in scaling a mission-driven company from an early stage. </li><li>Impact – Contribute daily to tackling one of the most pressing global challenges of our time. </li><li>Autonomy – High degree of ownership and creative freedom in your projects. </li><li>Competitive package – Salary plus participation in our long-term incentive programme. </li><li>Flexibility – Hybrid working model with remote options across the EU; office presence in Berlin encouraged. </li><li>Perks – Subsidised transport, fitness membership, pension scheme, team events, and more. </li></ul>We believe that a thriving workplace is built on diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and empowered. If you are excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — you might be the perfect fit in ways you don’t yet realise.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Sustainability - Berlin 

Head of Business Data (12-Month FTC) Location: London Salary: £120k + bonus + benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Data to lead the commercial data strategy for a high-profile organisation. This 12-month fixed-term role will oversee a multidisciplinary data team, managing the full fan data lifecycle — from third-party acquisition to activation across digital and physical environments. Must have a consumer/customer data background with all round experience across engineering, BI and analytics. Preferably worked within B2C/customer-centric data.  You’ll lead the development of a centralised data platform (GCP), enhance the Customer Data Platform (Twilio Segment), and drive insight-led decision-making across the business. You'll also play a key role in embedding predictive models like CLV and propensity scoring into core systems and processes. We’re seeking a hands-on data leader with strong experience in cloud architecture, Data engineering, data governance, BI tooling (Power BI, Omni), and stakeholder engagement at a senior level. What’s on offer: <ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive culture committed to data-driven innovation</li></ul>Please send me your cv to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Contract Opportunity: D365 Developer (Finance & Operations / CRM) Duration: 2–6 Months Location: Remote (UK-based) Start Date: ASAP A leading global digital consultancy and Microsoft partner is seeking an experienced Dynamics 365 Developer to join their project team on a short-term contract. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact, strategic initiatives for enterprise-level clients, leveraging the latest Microsoft technologies. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and configure solutions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and CRM modules.</li><li>Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable D365 solutions.</li><li>Work from user stories, features, and epics, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery in alignment with agile project methodologies.</li><li>Contribute to a large-scale digital transformation programme with a focus on innovation, quality, and technical excellence.</li></ul>Required Experience:<ul><li>Proven track record of developing and configuring D365 Finance & Operations and CRM modules.</li><li>Demonstrated success working on large, strategic digital projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of agile delivery, including sprint planning and backlog refinement.</li><li>Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.</li></ul>Why Join? You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, globally recognised consultancy known for delivering cutting-edge Microsoft solutions. The environment is fast-paced, innovative, and ideal for a developer who enjoys solving complex problems and driving meaningful change.

D365 Developer

Senior Fullstack Developer – Java, TypeScript and Cloud – Frankfurt – 95.000 EUR About us We help organisations turn ideas into robust digital products by combining deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, people-first mindset. The role We’re looking for an experienced fullstack engineer who thrives on taking ownership—from solution architecture to delivery. In this role, you’ll be shaping modern, cloud-native applications, driving technical decisions, and mentoring others to reach their potential. What you’ll do <ul><li>Design and implement complex, scalable fullstack solutions using Java, Kotlin, TypeScript, React/Angular/Vue, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure). </li><li>Lead technical architecture discussions and translate business requirements into high-quality, maintainable code. </li><li>Introduce best practices and guide teams in modern development methods, CI/CD, and agile workflows. </li><li>Coach and mentor less experienced developers, fostering a culture of learning and quality. </li><li>Contribute to shaping internal processes, tool selection, and long-term technical strategy. </li></ul>What you bring <ul><li>8+ years of professional experience in software development, ideally across both backend and frontend. </li><li>Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-quality applications. </li><li>Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and modern DevOps practices. </li><li>Ability to influence and lead technical direction in cross-functional teams. </li><li>Excellent communication skills in English and German. </li><li>Based locally to Frankfurt. </li></ul>What we offer <ul><li>A high-trust, flexible work culture—fully remote with occasional team meet-ups. </li><li>Clear opportunities to shape the technical roadmap and company direction. </li><li>Competitive salary with performance bonuses. </li><li>Personal development budget for training, certifications, and conferences. </li><li>Benefits including business bike, gym offers, and annual tech event access. </li><li>A team that values expertise, autonomy, and collaboration over hierarchy. </li></ul>Apply now If you’re ready to take the lead on challenging projects and help shape the next chapter of our growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Senior Fullstack Developer – Java, TypeScript and Cloud – Frankfurt – 90.000 EUR

Azure DevOps Consultant – Contract (Hybrid, UK) Location: Birmingham Duration: 6 months (extension likely) Sector: Higher Education / Public Sector Clearance: SC Clearance preferred (or ability to obtain) About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Consultant to support a major cloud transformation programme within the education sector. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building a secure, scalable Azure foundation that will enable application and platform teams to innovate safely within Azure. You’ll collaborate closely with cloud architects, security specialists, and infrastructure teams to design, deploy, and configure Azure Landing Zones using Terraform Infrastructure as Code (IaC), implementing best practices in governance, security, and DevSecOps. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and implement Azure Landing Zones aligned with enterprise standards.</li><li>Configure and secure core platform services, including networking, identity, management, and monitoring.</li><li>Develop reusable Terraform modules for scalable, repeatable deployments.</li><li>Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps for infrastructure automation.</li><li>Integrate security and compliance checks into DevOps workflows.</li><li>Collaborate with architecture, platform, and security teams to ensure alignment with governance and compliance frameworks (NCSC, CIS Benchmarks, ISO27001).</li><li>Produce clear documentation and support knowledge transfer across teams.</li></ul>Skills & Experience  <ul><li>Proven hands-on experience with Terraform (advanced modules, state management, remote backends).</li><li>Strong background in Azure Landing Zone design and deployment.</li><li>Deep understanding of Azure governance and security (Management Groups, Policies, Blueprints).</li><li>Proficient with Azure AD, RBAC, and networking (VNets, NSGs, Firewalls, VPN/ExpressRoute).</li><li>Skilled in Azure DevOps (Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts) and Git-based source control.</li><li>Familiar with monitoring and security integrations (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Sentinel).</li><li>Strong scripting/automation experience (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).</li></ul> Desirable Certifications<ul><li>Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Solutions Architect (AZ-305), or DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)</li><li>HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate</li><li>Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500) and/or ITIL Foundation</li></ul>What We’re Looking For We value consultants who are: <ul><li>Strong communicators, able to bridge technical and business needs.</li><li>Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments.</li><li>Proactive, delivery-focused, and collaborative across multi-disciplinary teams.</li><li>Experienced in regulated or secure sectors such as education, public sector, or defence.</li></ul>If you’re a DevOps professional passionate about enabling cloud transformation through best-practice Azure engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Azure DevOps Consultant

Insight & BI Analyst – SaaS | Hybrid London | £55k–£65k We're looking for a talented Insight & BI Analyst to join our team, working across Finance and FP&A to build impactful dashboards in Looker, write robust SQL, and deliver clear, actionable insight to senior stakeholders. You’ll be comfortable solving problems independently, have a sharp eye for detail, and ideally bring experience from a SaaS business or a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Key Requirements: <ul><li>Strong SQL and Looker experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management</li><li>Commercial mindset with exposure to Finance/FP&A</li><li>Previous SaaS or tech sector experience preferred</li><li>UK-based & able to work 2 days/week from our London office</li></ul> No sponsorship available – applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Insight & BI Analyst

ZScaler Technical Product Manager (Outside IR35 Contract (UK-based, fully remote)) who has experience of delivering ZIA and ZPA in an enterprise-scale Agile environment is required by a global financial services organisation. Operating as the conduit between the business and engineering, the TPM will be responsible for owning and prioritising the product backlog (in relation to Zscaler) as well as taking a lead on all Agile activities, Sprints, Stand-ups, Backlog refinement, etc. Key to the engagement is deep, SME level knowledge of Zscaler and Cloud Security concepts generally. 

ZScaler Technical Product Manager

Your responsibilities <ul><li>Develop, review and audit IT/OT security concepts aligned with IT-Grundschutz and ISO/IEC 27001</li><li>Translate regulatory requirements and accreditation criteria into implementable security controls for OT, embedded and mobile systems</li><li>Work hands-on with specialists to configure and validate security on technical platforms such as vehicles, mobile machinery, control systems and other embedded environments</li><li>Support and perform risk assessments and threat modelling and map results to standards and practical mitigations</li><li>Prepare technical findings and present them to expert and non-technical stakeholders in defense and critical settings</li></ul> What we’re looking for <ul><li>Degree in computer science, IT security, engineering or comparable qualification</li><li>Several years’ experience in information security with demonstrable exposure to both consulting and hands-on implementation work</li><li>Solid knowledge of BSI IT-Grundschutz and ISO/IEC 27001 and working understanding of GDPR, NIS2 and the IT-Security Act 2.0</li><li>Technical competence in network security, cryptography, identity & access management, and OT/embedded system constraints</li><li>Experience or interest in mobile/vehicle or industrial control environments (automotive/industrial backgrounds welcome)</li><li>Strong communication and consulting skills; confident when engaging government or regulated clients</li><li>Willingness to travel across Germany and be on-site c.2-3 days per week</li></ul> Desirable (training possible) <ul><li>Certifications such as IT-Grundschutz Consultant (BSI), ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CISSP, CISM, CISA or IEC 62443 foundations</li><li>Experience with accreditation / classified material handling (VS-NfD / VSA) and security-check processes for defence suppliers</li><li>Familiarity with cloud security standards (BSI C5, Gaia-X), SOC/SIEM or incident response</li></ul>

Senior / Principal Consultant OT Security

A specialised consultancy is expanding its team of Information Security experts. This role is focused on delivering practical, regulatory driven security and risk projects, not high level strategy slides. You’ll work directly with clients across financial services, critical infrastructure and other regulated industries to help them manage IT risks and meet compliance expectations. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead or support client projects in information security, IT risk and compliance – covering planning, execution and reporting</li><li>Conduct gap analyses and support the implementation of requirements under DORA, NIS2, KRITIS, ISO 27001 or BSI Grundschutz</li><li>Evaluate business and IT processes from a risk, efficiency and compliance perspective</li><li>Coordinate cyber risk reduction programmes and security governance frameworks</li><li>Help clients integrate security into existing processes and IT landscapes, including areas like IAM, SIEM or third-party risk</li><li>Translate regulatory and technical requirements into structured, actionable plans</li><li>Build long-term relationships with clients and contribute to developing internal methods and service offerings</li></ul> Your Profile: <ul><li>Several years of experience in information security, IT compliance or cyber risk – ideally within consulting or project-based environments</li><li>Degree in IT, engineering, business IT or a related field</li><li>Strong understanding of common frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO 27001, BSI 200-x, DORA, NIS2)</li><li>Practical experience in analysing complex systems and explaining risks and controls clearly</li><li>Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables</li><li>Very good communication skills in both German and English</li><li>Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer are a plus, but not a must</li></ul>

Principal Consultant - Information Security

What you’ll be doing <ul><li>Acting as the go-to advisor on information security topics across the business</li><li>Translating new regulations (DORA, BAIT, MaRisk) and emerging technologies into practical actions</li><li>Shaping and improving policies, guidelines and frameworks for information security</li><li>Running assessments, monitoring compliance and reporting findings to management</li><li>Evaluating risks and threats and driving pragmatic solutions</li><li>Ensuring agreed measures are followed through with internal teams and external providers</li><li>Leading and supporting security and IT risk management projects through to delivery</li><li>Raising awareness of security by coordinating training and communication programmes</li></ul> What makes you right for this <ul><li>A background in IT/security with hands-on technical knowledge – enough to challenge and guide IT security teams</li><li>Experience in financial services</li><li>Familiarity with international security standards and regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, DORA, BAIT, MaRisk)</li><li>A proactive, motivated mindset – comfortable with change, complexity and a bit of chaos</li><li>Someone who brings ideas, thinks pragmatically and works well in a team environment</li><li>Professional fluency in German, with good English skills</li><li>A degree in IT, engineering, or economics</li></ul> Why this role stands out <ul><li>You’ll be joining at a time of transformation, with the chance to directly shape how IT risk and security are structured</li><li>Flat hierarchy and plenty of freedom – your ideas will be heard and put into practice</li></ul>

Information Security Expert

Data Engineer  6-month contract Hybrid  Remote with some ad-hoc travel EU We are seeking a Data Engineer to support our Core Banking Unit within the Engineering Core Platform Department. This role will focus on designing, building, and optimising data solutions that drive regulatory, operational, and analytical capabilities across multiple banking areas. As a contractor, you will play a key part in modernising legacy systems, enabling migration to a unified data platform, and ensuring high standards of quality, security, and performance. You will work within a cross-functional Agile team in a international environment, collaborating with analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver impactful data solutions. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and implement systems for data ingestion, processing, storage, and sharing</li><li>Build scalable, reliable, high-performance data architectures</li><li>Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for regulatory, operational, and analytical needs</li><li>Modernise legacy systems and support platform migration initiatives</li><li>Maintain high data quality, security, availability, and performance standards</li><li>Perform code reviews, troubleshoot, and resolve defects</li><li>Implement monitoring and alerting for data workflows</li><li>Collaborate across teams to deliver business-driven solutions</li></ul>Required Skills & Experience<ul><li>Strong hands-on experience with SQL and Python (Java is a plus)</li><li>Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, or GCP)</li><li>Container orchestration skills (Kubernetes, Docker)</li><li>Knowledge of streaming platforms (Kafka, Spark, Flink)</li><li>Familiarity with pipeline/orchestration tools (Airflow, dbt)</li><li>Experience with modern data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift)</li><li>Working knowledge of enterprise platforms (Oracle DB, SAP IQ, SAP Data Services, SAP Business Objects) and Power BI</li><li>Experience with integration patterns (real-time, event-driven, bridging legacy to modern platforms)</li><li>SQL and NoSQL database expertise</li><li>Exposure to DevOps practices (infrastructure as code, test automation, security best practice)</li><li>Fluent English (spoken and written)</li></ul>

Data Engineer

AWS DevOps Engineer – 9-Month Contract Location: Hybrid London Duration: 9 Months (initial) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We’re supporting a leading global payments organisation on a high-profile initiative, and they’re building out a brand-new DevOps team. As the first hire into this team, you’ll play a key role in shaping the cloud infrastructure and automation strategy from the ground up. This is an exciting chance to work within a highly regulated, enterprise-scale environment where security, scalability, and reliability are critical. Industry Experience – A Must Have Due to the nature of the end customer, it is essential that you have experience within one of the following sectors: <ul><li>Payments / Banking / Financial Services</li><li>FinTech</li><li>Gambling / Gaming</li><li>Or a similar mission-critical, large-scale infrastructure environment</li></ul>This background is non-negotiable, as the environment requires engineers who understand the demands of secure, always-on platforms. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Provision and manage AWS infrastructure using Terraform and CloudFormation.</li><li>CI/CD: Design, build, and maintain pipelines with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.</li><li>Containers & Orchestration: Deploy and manage workloads using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS).</li><li>Automation & Scripting: Develop automation solutions with Python, Bash, or Go.</li><li>Security & Compliance: Implement IAM policies, manage secrets (Secrets Manager, Vault), and ensure best practice.</li><li>Monitoring & Logging: Configure and maintain monitoring/observability using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, and AWS CloudTrail.</li><li>Cost Optimisation: Monitor and optimise AWS resource usage to drive efficiency.</li></ul>Core Skills & Tools<ul><li>Strong AWS experience (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS, EKS, Route53, IAM, CloudWatch)</li><li>Proficiency in Terraform and/or CloudFormation</li><li>CI/CD with Git-based tools</li><li>Containerisation with Docker & Kubernetes</li><li>Scripting with Python / Bash</li><li>Security-first mindset in regulated environments</li></ul>What’s on Offer<ul><li>9-month initial contract with potential extensions</li><li>Opportunity to be the first hire in a new DevOps team for a global enterprise programme</li><li>Exposure to cutting-edge AWS cloud projects in a highly regulated industry</li><li>Competitive day rates, with two seniority levels under consideration (mid-level and senior)</li></ul>If you’re an AWS DevOps Engineer with a background in payments, financial services, fintech, or similarly regulated environments, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to discuss further.

AWS DevOps Engineer

Junior Data Engineer 6 Month FTC Up to £45,000 (pro rata) London (5-days on-site) A private investment firm is hiring a Junior Data Engineer to join a lean, high-performing research team as part of a long-term data transformation programme. The firm is evolving its operating model to become more data-driven, with plans to overhaul manual processes and embed technology deeper into its deal-making strategy. With a 5-year roadmap ahead and strong backing, this is an opportunity to shape the foundation of a modern data platform from the ground up. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Building ETL pipelines to automate ingestion of fragmented internal and external data</li><li>Migrating legacy data from spreadsheets into a cloud-native environment</li><li>Supporting strategic analysis and research projects through structured data workflows</li><li>Developing internal tools and dashboards to surface insights</li><li>Helping integrate business systems over time to streamline decision-making</li></ul> You will have the following: <ul><li>1 year of experience in data engineering or analytics engineering Proficiency in Python and SQL</li><li>Exposure to modern data stacks (e.g. AWS, Snowflake, Tableau)</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, structured thinking, and a strong willingness to learn</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment</li></ul> Unfortunately sponsorship is not provided for this role If this role sounds of interest to you please apply here or send a updated copy of your CV to cameron.mason@xcede.com

Junior Data Engineer 6 Month FTC

Data Analyst, London, £40,000 + benefits I'm looking for a skilled data analyst to lead the delivery of insight and reporting across a growing digital and commercial function. You'll manage core dashboards, oversee data pipelines, and turn complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders across the organisation. You should be confident with tools like SQL, Power BI, and Python or R, and able to communicate insight clearly to non-technical audiences. Experience with CRM or digital analytics is a plus. Please send me your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Credit Risk Analyst – Finance & Credit Risk | £50K-£55K + Bonus & Benefits London  Our client who is a leading consultancy, they're looking for a Credit Risk Analyst with a strong background in finance, credit risk, risk & regulation, and SQL expertise or some SAS to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with 2-5 years of experience in the banking and insurance sectors to work on high-impact projects with leading financial institutions. Key Requirements: 2-5 years’ experience in banking credit risk Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets Expertise in finance, credit risk, risk & regulation Experience working with banks and insurance companies Willingness to travel to client sites  UK-based candidates only – No sponsorship available Salary: £50K-£55K + Bonus + Benefits Exciting career growth opportunities Exposure to leading financial institutions

Data Analyst – £45k + 10% Bonus – London (Hybrid, 3 Days/Week) No sponsorship We're hiring a Data Analyst to join our Finance team at a high-growth company in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 2+ years' experience, ideally from a startup or a 100-person scale-up environment. What we're looking for: <ul><li>Strong academic background – STEM degree from a top-tier university</li><li>Solid skills in SQL and Python and Power BI</li><li>Experience with data science techniques and analytics</li><li>Background in finance or insurance is a big plus</li></ul>You'll be part of a collaborative, data-driven team working on real business challenges.

BI Data Analyst

Customer Researcher – Behavioural Science & Psychology Location: Reading (Hybrid) Salary: £40,000–£43,000 + Benefits Sponsorship: Not available Travel: Occasional UK & EU travel required Are you passionate about behavioural science and psychology? Do you have a knack for turning data into compelling insights that drive innovation? We're looking for a Customer Researcher to join our dynamic team and support our behavioural research projects across multiple domains. About the Role In this varied and intellectually stimulating role, you’ll work at the intersection of behavioural science, psychology, and customer insight to support internal teams and external partners. Your work will directly contribute to impactful decision-making, product development, and strategic direction. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conduct high-quality literature reviews to support behavioural science and psychology research initiatives.</li><li>Analyse quantitative survey data, extract insights, and clearly communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Assist in the design, execution, and interpretation of behavioural science experiments and studies.</li><li>Develop engaging reports, presentations, and summaries for stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Stay current with the latest academic and applied research in behavioural science and psychology.</li><li>Explore and share emerging trends across behavioural domains to inform ongoing research and innovation.</li><li>Actively participate in workshops, seminars, and networking events to enhance our behavioural science ecosystem.</li><li>Attend relevant conferences and supplier meetings across the UK and EU.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>A background in behavioural science, psychology, or a related discipline (academic or applied).</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with experience in survey data analysis and insight generation, Ideally SPSS qualitative and quantatative skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially when translating complex ideas for diverse audiences.</li><li>Curious, collaborative, and eager to engage with both academic research and real-world application, ideally 3 years experience. </li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that values curiosity, rigour, and real impact. If you're ready to apply your research skills in meaningful ways, please send me your CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

Customer Researcher

Junior ServiceNow Developer Location: UK-based, fully remote Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 + bonus & benefits Are you an ambitious Junior ServiceNow Developer looking to grow your career within a dynamic, collaborative environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist consultancy that partners with leading global organisations to deliver tailored ServiceNow solutions. You’ll be part of a supportive team where innovation, quality, and professional development are at the heart of what we do. What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Supporting the design, configuration, and development of solutions within the ServiceNow platform, primarily across ITSM.</li><li>Writing and maintaining scripts, business rules, UI policies, and platform automation.</li><li>Assisting in requirement gathering, documentation, and testing activities.</li><li>Helping to maintain instance health, upgrades, and troubleshooting issues.</li><li>Working closely with senior developers and architects to deliver scalable, best-practice solutions.</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>1–2 years’ ServiceNow development experience.</li><li>ServiceNow CSA (Certified System Administrator) certification (essential).</li><li>Good understanding of ITSM modules (Incident, Problem, Change, Request).</li><li>Basic JavaScript and Glide API skills.</li><li>Familiarity with ServiceNow workflows, Flow Designer, or IntegrationHub (nice to have).</li><li>Knowledge of Agile ways of working and ITIL principles (advantageous).</li></ul>Why join us?<ul><li>Work remotely from anywhere in the UK, with flexibility and autonomy.</li><li>Competitive salary (£30k–£35k) plus bonus scheme.</li><li>Exposure to enterprise-level ServiceNow projects with high-profile clients.</li><li>Ongoing training and certification opportunities to accelerate your career.</li><li>Be part of a supportive, innovative, and growing consultancy team.</li></ul>If you’re eager to take the next step in your ServiceNow career and make an impact on exciting projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Junior ServiceNow Developer

Senior Marketing Analytics Consultant UK remote / Outside IR35 / Interim About the role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Marketing Analytics Consultant to take ownership of digital marketing reporting and analytics. This role will lead the development of a scalable reporting framework across all digital marketing channels, ensuring data accuracy, actionable insights, and effective decision-making. Key Responsibilities •    Develop reporting infrastructure: Design and deliver dashboards and reporting systems covering paid search, social, display, email, and other digital channels. •    Data collection & validation: Ensure consistent, accurate data collection from multiple sources; resolve discrepancies across platforms. •    Define KPIs and metrics: Partner with senior stakeholders to align metrics with business goals, ensuring reports focus on impact. •    Data analysis & insight generation: Analyse campaign performance, channel efficiency, acquisition costs, and funnel conversion to provide recommendations. •    Automation: Build scalable reporting processes using Tableau (preferred) or equivalent tools (Metabase, Power BI, Google Data Studio, Looker). •    Cross-functional collaboration: Work with digital marketing, sales, and finance teams to support evolving reporting needs. •    Ad-hoc analysis: Deliver insights on marketing experiments, sales funnel dynamics, and competitive trends. Requirements •    6+ years’ experience in data analysis within digital marketing or eCommerce. •    Strong experience with Tableau (preferred) •    Proficiency in SQL and Excel. •    Experience building/managing pipelines in BigQuery or similar. •    Strong knowledge of digital marketing platforms (Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, CRM systems). •    Proven track record of building reporting and analytics frameworks from scratch. •    intermediate level Python – to build cloud functions and support on ML projects. Preferred •    Familiarity with attribution models and multi-touch attribution. •    Knowledge of A/B testing principles and tools (e.g., Optimizely, VWO). •    Exposure to ML applications in marketing (e.g., scoring, modelling).

Senior Marketing Analytics Consultant

Senior Solution Architect / Designer (Freelance, Long-Term Project) Location: Hybrid / On-Site in Vienna (Austria) – 1x per week or 2 consecutive days every second week Start: ASAP Duration: 12 months (extension possible) Workload: Full-time (100%) Project Language: English (must-have), German (advantage) Sector: Telecommunications / Cloud Transformation Our client in the telecommunications industry is leading a large-scale modernization and cloud transformation program. To strengthen collaboration between business and IT, we are looking for experienced freelance Senior Solution Architects / Designers to design scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions and bridge business needs with technical delivery. Role Overview As a Senior Solution Architect / Designer, you will work with business stakeholders and development teams to design, optimize, and modernize enterprise applications. This includes translating requirements into cloud architectures, supporting migration to containerized environments, and ensuring alignment with enterprise IT strategy. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Understand product lifecycles and related business processes </li><li>Architect scalable, cloud-based enterprise solutions with long-term maintainability </li><li>Gather and document functional & non-functional requirements </li><li>Translate business needs into conceptual and logical designs </li><li>Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and integration standards </li><li>Guide teams on APIs, data migration, and interoperability </li><li>Modernize legacy systems and refactor existing codebases </li><li>Prepare documentation (models, diagrams, user stories) </li><li>Facilitate stakeholder workshops and validate proposed solutions </li><li>Conduct impact assessments and estimations </li><li>Actively contribute to Agile team ceremonies (refinements, planning, reviews) </li><li>Mentor teams and promote best practices in architecture, design, and deployment </li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Proven experience as Solution Architect / Designer or Software Architect in enterprise IT </li><li>Expertise in cloud and containerized architectures (OpenShift / Kubernetes) </li><li>Strong Java backend development, integrations, and API management knowledge </li><li>Experience modernizing legacy systems and refactoring codebases </li><li>Solid requirements engineering & documentation skills </li><li>Familiarity with microservices, event-driven design (Kafka), CI/CD pipelines) </li><li>Strong understanding of integration principles (SOAP / REST APIs) </li><li>Telecom industry experience is a plus </li><li>Fluent English (German an advantage) </li></ul>Why Apply?<ul><li>Long-term freelance contract with 12-month+ extension potential </li><li>Work on a strategically critical cloud transformation program in telecoms </li><li>Exposure to cutting-edge OpenShift, Kubernetes, Java, microservices, and Kafka architectures </li><li>Hybrid model: flexible remote work with predictable on-site presence in Vienna </li><li>Opportunity to influence architectural direction at enterprise level </li><li>Collaboration with senior architects and cross-functional expert teams </li></ul>

Senior Solution Architect / Designer (Freelance, Long-Term Project) (Vienna 1x a week)

Freelance Frontend Developer (Angular, UI/UX) – Vienna, Austria (12-Month Contract, 100% Workload, Remote & Onsite Hybrid) Location: Vienna, Austria (1–2 days on-site per week, remainder remote) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 12 months (extension very likely) Workload: 100% Languages: English (mandatory), German (advantageous) Our client, a leading player in the telecommunications sector, is undertaking a large-scale digital transformation and modernization program. We are seeking a highly skilled Freelance Frontend Developer (Angular) with strong UI/UX design expertise to join the team. This role combines hands-on Angular development with UI/UX design leadership, shaping intuitive, responsive, and user-friendly web applications. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and develop modern, responsive, and engaging user interfaces with a strong focus on UI/UX best practices.</li><li>Build and optimize Angular applications (TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material, NgRx).</li><li>Transform wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts into functional, high-performance user interfaces.</li><li>Collaborate with product owners, UX designers, and backend engineers to deliver seamless, scalable solutions.</li><li>Ensure frontend applications meet high standards of usability, accessibility, performance, and design consistency.</li><li>Keep up to date with the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and Angular ecosystem technologies.</li></ul>Your Profile<ul><li>Proven experience as a Frontend Developer with a strong focus on Angular (TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material, NgRx).</li><li>Solid track record in UI/UX design: usability, interaction design, and user-centered development.</li><li>Hands-on experience bridging the gap between UI/UX design and Angular frontend implementation.</li><li>Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.).</li><li>Expertise in creating responsive, accessible, and visually polished web applications.</li><li>Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.</li><li>Fluent in English; German proficiency is a plus.</li><li>Strong communicator and team collaborator.</li></ul>Why Apply?<ul><li>Long-term freelance contract (12 months+) with high extension potential.</li><li>Hybrid model: flexible remote work with 1–2 days per week onsite in Vienna.</li><li>Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge digital transformation project in the telecommunications sector.</li></ul>If this project interests you, please send your CV, availability, and expected hourly/daily rate. We will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Freelance Frontend Developer (1-2 days a week in Vienna) (Angular, UI/UX Designer & Developer)

Cloud Solution Architect – Telecommunications (AWS / OpenShift) Location: 95% remote (1-2 days a month in Vienna, Austria) Employment Type: Freelance 12 month contract + extension Industry: Telecommunications / Cloud Transformation About the Role: Our client, a leading player in the telecommunications sector, is driving a large-scale digital transformation and cloud modernization program. They are migrating critical enterprise applications to AWS and OpenShift and need experienced Cloud Solution Architects / Senior Solution Designers to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with a proven track record in cloud architecture, enterprise solution design, and telecom IT systems who can bridge business requirements and technical implementation. Key Responsibilities - As a Cloud Solution Architect, you will: <ul><li>Design scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions using AWS and OpenShift/Kubernetes.</li><li>Collaborate with business stakeholders to capture and translate functional and non-functional requirements.</li><li>Create conceptual and logical solution designs, including system interfaces, data flows, and dependencies.</li><li>Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, data governance, and integration standards.</li><li>Provide guidance on API integrations, data migration, and interoperability.</li><li>Modernize legacy systems, refactor large Java-based codebases, and optimize application performance.</li><li>Prepare process models, user stories, system context diagrams, and data models.</li><li>Lead workshops and stakeholder sessions to validate solutions and drive consensus.</li><li>Support agile delivery by participating in refinements, sprint planning, and reviews.</li><li>Perform impact assessments for change requests and contribute to estimations.</li><li>Mentor development teams and enforce best practices for cloud-native design and deployment.</li></ul> Skills & Qualifications <ul><li>Several years of experience as a Solution Architect / Solution Designer / Business Analyst in enterprise IT environments.</li><li>Strong expertise in AWS cloud architecture and containerized solutions (OpenShift / Kubernetes).</li><li>Hands-on background in Java backend development, system integration, and API management.</li><li>Solid experience in modernizing legacy applications and large-scale code refactoring.</li><li>Familiarity with microservices architecture, event-driven systems (Kafka), CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>Knowledge of integration principles (SOAP/REST APIs).</li><li>Experience in telecommunications IT systems (pricing engines, product catalogs, quoting systems) highly desirable.</li><li>Strong skills in requirements engineering, process modeling (BPMN), and solution documentation.</li><li>Excellent communication skills – fluent in English, German is a plus.</li></ul> Why Apply? <ul><li>Work on a major cloud transformation program at the heart of the telecom industry.</li><li>Be a key player in shaping enterprise IT architecture for the future.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile setup.</li><li>Opportunity to mentor teams, influence strategy, and drive innovation.</li><li>Long term project, 12 months & extension</li></ul>

Freelance Cloud Solution Architect – Telecommunications Enterprise Application Understanding Needed (AWS / OpenShift)

Global multi-strat hedge fund based in London, is looking for an AWS Cloud Security Engineer to join a growing cloud securty team. Essential skills: demonstrable track record of working in DevSecOps; Deep expert AWS cloud security knowledge; strong awareness of core infrastructure services such as securuty engineering and networking; an understanding of cloud architectural concepts; python scripting; terraform; ansible. Desirable skills: awareness of Azure security The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure primarily on AWS, ensuring robust security frameworks, and supporting continuous delivery for our applications.&nbsp; Day to day you will be involved in such work as designing and implementing secure AWS cloud infrastructure. With a focus&nbsp;on critical security aspects such as secure system architecture, Identity and Access Management (IAM), encryption practices, data protection, and network security enhancements. The role will join a team of three and cover a wide scope of AWS cloud security tasks ranging from BAU to complex project initiatives. This a hugely exciting contract opportunuty towork at&nbsp;a hugely exciting and unique hedge fund going thrrough a groound breakiung rapid expansion. For a full brief, please share your latest CV and we can arrange a call.

AWS Cloud Security Engineer

AWS Cloud Securty Engineer

Search Relevance Engineer - REMOTE US/UK/EU Eastern time preferred About the role We are looking for an experienced Search Relevance Engineer to help shape and optimise the search experience for millions of users. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and data science, focusing on search relevancy, ranking models, and query understanding. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, DevOps, and Data teams to design and deliver strategic projects that directly impact customer experience. What you’ll be doing <ul><li>Fine-tuning keyword search (including BM25), query expansion, and retrieval methods (ANN dense retrieval, sparse retrieval, semantic search).</li><li>Applying techniques such as entity/name density recognition, query understanding, query rescorers, and learning-to-rank models.</li><li>Experimenting with embeddings and vector search to improve personalisation and semantic relevance.</li><li>Running offline evaluations to test and validate search performance improvements.</li><li>Creating APIs to integrate custom ML models for reranking, personalisation, and visual merchandising.</li><li>Optimising indexes and experimenting with analyzers to improve stability and performance.</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally with Product, ML Engineers, and Data Scientists to deliver scalable solutions.</li><li>Mentoring team members and promoting a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement.</li></ul>What we’re looking for <ul><li>Strong development skills across Python and MySQL.</li><li>5+ years of hands-on experience developing with Elasticsearch, with proven expertise in relevance engineering.</li><li>Demonstrable use of ELK stack tools in production environments.</li><li>Experience creating and deploying APIs in production (e.g. FastAPI).</li><li>Solid understanding of database architecture and design.</li><li>A strong test-and-learn mindset, with experience in offline evaluation methods.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Fluent in spoken and written English.</li></ul>Nice to have <ul><li>Experience with embeddings and vector databases.</li><li>Direct collaboration experience with Machine Learning Engineers or Data Scientists.</li></ul>

Search Relevance Engineer - US

Search Relevance Engineer - REMOTE UK/US/EU About the role We are looking for an experienced Search Relevance Engineer to help shape and optimise the search experience for millions of users. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and data science, focusing on search relevancy, ranking models, and query understanding. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, DevOps, and Data teams to design and deliver strategic projects that directly impact customer experience. What you’ll be doing <ul><li>Fine-tuning keyword search (including BM25), query expansion, and retrieval methods (ANN dense retrieval, sparse retrieval, semantic search).</li><li>Applying techniques such as entity/name density recognition, query understanding, query rescorers, and learning-to-rank models.</li><li>Experimenting with embeddings and vector search to improve personalisation and semantic relevance.</li><li>Running offline evaluations to test and validate search performance improvements.</li><li>Creating APIs to integrate custom ML models for reranking, personalisation, and visual merchandising.</li><li>Optimising indexes and experimenting with analyzers to improve stability and performance.</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally with Product, ML Engineers, and Data Scientists to deliver scalable solutions.</li><li>Mentoring team members and promoting a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement.</li></ul>What we’re looking for <ul><li>Strong development skills across Python and MySQL.</li><li>5+ years of hands-on experience developing with Elasticsearch, with proven expertise in relevance engineering.</li><li>Demonstrable use of ELK stack tools in production environments.</li><li>Experience creating and deploying APIs in production (e.g. FastAPI).</li><li>Solid understanding of database architecture and design.</li><li>A strong test-and-learn mindset, with experience in offline evaluation methods.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Fluent in spoken and written English.</li></ul>Nice to have <ul><li>Experience with embeddings and vector databases.</li><li>Direct collaboration experience with Machine Learning Engineers or Data Scientists.</li></ul>

Search Relevance Engineer - REMOTE UK/US/EU

Business Analyst – Scientific Focus (6-Month Contract) Location: Hybrid (1–2 days/week onsite in London) Contract Type: 6-Month Contract Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: Negotiable  A British Multinational Pharmastutical company are looking for a Business Analyst with a strong scientific background   Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Supporting wider lab-focused projects.</li><li>Translate complex scientific concepts into actionable business insights</li><li>Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to drive project outcomes</li><li>Apply data science and AI-related knowledg  Required Qualifications & Experience:</li></ul><ul><li>Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related life sciences discipline</li><li>Solid understanding of CMC Phase processess </li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills</li><li>Previous experience working within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environments is highly desirable</li><li>Must be self-motivated and capable of working independently</li></ul>

BA - With a scientific focus 

Senior/Expert HA/Clustering Engineer (PostgreSQL + Pacemaker) Contract: 2 weeks (likely extension) Location: Onsite (details on request) Start: Immediate We are seeking an experienced HA/Clustering Engineer to support the implementation of a high availability PostgreSQL cluster using Pacemaker on RHEL9/Linux environments. This is a short-term contract opportunity for a senior specialist who can provide hands-on expertise and guide project delivery. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design, configure, and support high availability clustering with Pacemaker and PostgreSQL.</li><li>Manage hot standby promotion using OCF and asynchronous WAL replication to multiple replicas.</li><li>Implement fencing (IPMI/virsh) in VM-based (non-container) environments.</li><li>Configure and support RabbitMQ with HA queues (or similar message queue systems).</li><li>Troubleshoot, optimise, and ensure reliable failover and recovery processes.</li></ul>Key Skills & Experience<ul><li>Deep expertise in RHEL9/Linux environments.</li><li>Proven track record in PostgreSQL HA & replication.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Pacemaker clustering and resource management.</li><li>Knowledge of fencing mechanisms (IPMI/virsh).</li><li>Familiarity with RabbitMQ HA queues or equivalent.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Available for immediate start.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive daily rate.</li><li>Immediate engagement on a high-impact project.</li><li>Opportunity to shape HA design and provide technical leadership.</li></ul>📩 If you are available and have the expertise required, please apply today with your CV and availability details.

Senior/Expert in Cluster/HA Management

C1 GERMAN LANGUAGE REQUIRED: Freelance Test Architect – January 2026 Start Location: 90% remote 2-3x a month in Vienna, Austria Contract Type: Freelance (initial project term, with extension possible) Language Requirement: German (C1 or higher) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Freelance Test Architect to join a high-profile IT transformation project starting at the beginning of January 2026. This role offers the opportunity to design and implement the overall test architecture, ensuring best-in-class quality across manual, automation, performance, and data testing. As the Test Architect, you will act as the technical authority for testing activities. You will define the test strategy, select tools and frameworks, and provide technical leadership to the testing teams. Working closely with the Test Manager, development, and DevOps teams, you will ensure testing is integrated effectively within the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities <ul><li>Define and maintain the overall test architecture and framework.</li><li>Select, design, and implement test tools, automation frameworks, and environments.</li><li>Establish and enforce best practices for test automation, performance testing, and test data management.</li><li>Collaborate with Test Manager to ensure testing governance aligns with project goals.</li><li>Mentor and support test engineers across automation, performance, manual, and data domains.</li><li>Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring scalability and maintainability.</li><li>Evaluate and introduce innovative test tools and techniques.</li><li>Contribute to root cause analysis and defect triage through architectural insights.</li></ul>Experience & Skills <ul><li>7+ years of professional testing experience, including 3+ years as a Test Architect.</li><li>Strong hands-on expertise with automation tools (Tosca, Playwright, Selenium, SoapUI).</li><li>Experience with performance testing tools (NeoLoad, JMeter, Gatling).</li><li>Proficiency in CI/CD processes and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).</li><li>Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and software testing methodologies.</li><li>Familiarity with test data management and GDPR-compliant data strategies.</li><li>ISTQB Advanced Level certification (Test Manager, Technical Test Analyst, or Test Automation Engineer) preferred.</li><li>German language skills at C1 level or higher.</li></ul>Contract Details <ul><li>Start Date: Beginning of January 2026 </li><li>Engagement: Freelance / Contract on a 12-month contract</li><li>Duration: Initial project phase, with possible extension</li><li>Location: Mostly remote (90%) 2x a month in Vienna</li><li>Daily Rate: €30 to €45 per hour</li></ul>

C1 GERMAN LANGUAGE REQUIRED: Freelance Test Architect – 90% Remote

Product Designer We’re partnered with a growing FinTech who are looking for their first in-house Product Designer. This is a rare opportunity to own design end-to-end and lay the foundations of a design function, with a clear pathway into future leadership. You’ll work closely with Product Managers and Engineers to take complex, data-rich workflows and turn them into simple, intuitive user experiences. The company is scaling quickly, with major Tier 1 banking partnerships and significant growth ahead — so your impact will be felt across the business and beyond. What you’ll be doing<ul><li>Lead the full design process, from research and ideation to prototyping and delivery.</li><li>Simplify complex workflows into seamless, user-friendly journeys.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and stakeholders to align design with business and customer needs.</li><li>Conduct user research and usability testing to uncover insights and drive improvements.</li><li>Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that bring clarity and consistency.</li><li>Champion design thinking and help shape how design scales within the organisation.</li></ul>Who you are<ul><li>4–5 years’ experience in product design, ideally in B2B SaaS, FinTech, or other regulated industries.</li><li>Strong UX/UI skills with a track record of shipping end-to-end design solutions.</li><li>Proficient in Figma (or similar) with solid grounding in user-centred design, accessibility (WCAG), and responsive design.</li><li>Comfortable being the sole designer while collaborating closely with Product Managers and Engineers.</li><li>Commercially minded, balancing user needs with business priorities.</li><li>Bonus if you’ve worked with component frameworks (React/Tailwind) or Agile teams.</li></ul>This is a hybrid role in London, with a couple of days in the office per week. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Product Designer

Job Title: OCP Onboarding Analyst / Administrator (Contract) Location: Fully Remote (Onshore & Offshore Applicants Considered) Contract Length: 6 Months (with potential extension) Day Rate: Competitive About the Role We are seeking an OCP Onboarding Analyst / Administrator to join a large-scale financial services programme. This initial 6-month contract offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing onboarding processes, capacity planning, and stakeholder coordination across a major OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) environment. This position is fully remote, with flexibility for both onshore and offshore professionals. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Workload Triage & Onboarding – Oversee assessments and onboarding for new, uplifted, and decommissioned namespaces on OCP.</li><li>Capacity & Sizing Reporting – Produce and maintain reports to support platform capacity planning.</li><li>ServiceNow Ticket Governance – Approve, track, and process namespace provisioning, amendments, and decommissioning requests.</li><li>Process Documentation – Author and maintain onboarding workflows, configuration standards, and best practices.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement – Act as a liaison between engineering teams and business stakeholders, ensuring smooth workload placement and adoption.</li><li>Monthly Reporting – Analyse orphaned service accounts and manage their removal in line with governance processes.</li></ul>Skills & Experience<ul><li>Strong experience with OCP (OpenShift Container Platform) operations and onboarding processes.</li><li>Proven ability to work with ServiceNow (SNOW) for ticket governance.</li><li>Skilled in reporting, documentation, and process governance.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical teams.</li><li>Financial services experience desirable but not essential.</li></ul>What’s on Offer<ul><li>Initial 6-month contract with potential extension.</li><li>Fully remote working environment.</li><li>Opportunity to support a major enterprise financial services client.</li><li>Competitive rates available for both onshore and offshore candidates.</li></ul>

OCP Onboarding Analyst/Administrator

Insight & BI Analyst – SaaS | Hybrid London | £55k–£65k We're looking for a talented Insight & BI Analyst to join our team, working across Finance and FP&A to build impactful dashboards in Looker, write robust SQL, and deliver clear, actionable insight to senior stakeholders. You’ll be comfortable solving problems independently, have a sharp eye for detail, and ideally bring experience from a SaaS business or a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Key Requirements: <ul><li>Strong SQL and Looker experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management</li><li>Commercial mindset with exposure to Finance/FP&A</li><li>Previous SaaS or tech sector experience preferred</li><li>UK-based & able to work 2 days/week from our London office</li></ul>💼 Salary: £55,000–£65,000 (DOE) 🚫 No sponsorship available – applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Head of Business Data (12-Month FTC) Location: London / Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Data to lead the commercial data strategy for a high-profile organisation. This 12-month fixed-term role will oversee a multidisciplinary data team, managing the full fan data lifecycle — from third-party acquisition to activation across digital and physical environments. Must have a consumer/customer data background.  You’ll lead the development of a centralised data platform (GCP), enhance the Customer Data Platform (Twilio Segment), and drive insight-led decision-making across the business. You'll also play a key role in embedding predictive models like CLV and propensity scoring into core systems and processes. We’re seeking a hands-on data leader with strong experience in cloud architecture, Data engineering, data governance, BI tooling (Power BI, Omni), and stakeholder engagement at a senior level. What’s on offer: <ul><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive culture committed to data-driven innovation</li></ul>Please send me your cv to paul.culmer@xcede.com

German-speaking Test Data Engineer (GDPR, Data Privacy, Test Automation) Location: 90% remote some on-site in Vienna Language Requirement: German (C1+) Role Overview We are seeking a Test Data Engineer with strong expertise in test data management, anonymization, pseudonymization, and GDPR compliance. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring data privacy and test coverage by creating, managing, and automating high-quality test data solutions. You will collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, and QA teams to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable test data strategies. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review business requirements and design documentation for accuracy, completeness, and testability.</li><li>Manage the full test case lifecycle: creation, execution, and maintenance, with or without business/design documents.</li><li>Drive consulting activities on test data provisioning strategies, synthetic data generation, and data masking.</li><li>Apply test data tools and automation scripts for data anonymization and pseudonymization (e.g., EDA, Epi Use).</li><li>Work with relational databases (SQL, Oracle, etc.) to generate and validate test data.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations in all test data activities.</li></ul>Required Skills & Experience<ul><li>2+ years of hands-on experience in test data creation, provisioning, and management.</li><li>Solid background in automated test data generation and data masking techniques.</li><li>Strong database knowledge (SQL queries, stored procedures, data modeling).</li><li>Proven expertise in GDPR, data privacy, and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Previous experience as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a strong plus.</li><li>German language skills (C1+) – fluent in written and spoken communication.</li></ul>Desirable Skills<ul><li>Familiarity with test automation frameworks and integration of test data.</li><li>Knowledge of data governance, synthetic data tools, and DevOps environments.</li><li>Consulting experience on enterprise test data management solutions.</li></ul>

German-speaking Test Data Engineer (GDPR, Data Privacy, Test Automation)

C1 German-speaking Freelance Performance Test Engineer– 12-Month Contract | Remote (2 Days/Month in Vienna) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Performance Test Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team on a 12-month contract with strong potential for extension. This role is primarily remote, with only two on-site days per month in Vienna. You will be responsible for the planning, design, execution, and evaluation of load and performance tests, ensuring the scalability, stability, and availability of critical IT applications. Working with modern tools like NeoLoad, JMeter, Gatling, and Dynatrace, you will collaborate closely with development and operations teams to drive performance excellence across enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Plan, design, execute, and evaluate load, stress, and performance tests (NeoLoad, JMeter, Gatling)</li><li>Identify bottlenecks and support root cause analysis with developers and architects</li><li>Perform performance analysis for SAP applications using onboard tools</li><li>Monitor application and service availability using APM solutions (Dynatrace, OpenTelemetry, CNCF tools)</li><li>Prepare and communicate test results for both management (business-oriented) and development teams (technical)</li><li>Conduct training sessions and workshops to enable colleagues in testing and monitoring practices</li><li>Set up and maintain load-generation infrastructure (NeoLoad controllers, load generators, CI/CD integration)</li></ul>Your Profile<ul><li>4+ years hands-on experience with a performance testing tool (NeoLoad, JMeter, Gatling, etc.)</li><li>Practical experience with Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools, ideally Dynatrace</li><li>Knowledge of SAP performance analysis is a strong advantage</li><li>2+ years experience working with Jira and Confluence</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, structured way of working</li><li>Fluent German (at least C1, written and spoken) and good English skills</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>12-month contract with the possibility of extension</li><li>Mostly remote setup – only 2 days per month onsite in Vienna</li><li>Involvement in mission-critical enterprise systems with high visibility</li><li>Modern tools and cutting-edge performance testing frameworks</li><li>Collaborative, agile environment with Scrum/Kanban methodologies</li></ul>

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