Lead JavaScript Engineer

Adkins & Cheurfi are looking to recruit a Lead JavaScript Engineer with experience working with React and ideally, Node. Your role with being primarily based onsite at Canary Wharf with our client’s customer

We’re looking for a Lead JavaScript Engineer to work on the challenging features using modern technologies like React, NextJS and NodeJS, responsive designs in the scrum team.

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills (talking to Designers, BA and business stakeholders). This opportunity would be suitable for candidates who are still hands-on engineers but also have worked in leadership positions.

A candidate should be able to work a few days a week in the client office (London).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Full Stack development
Estimations
Requirements and specs analysis
Scrum events participation

REQUIREMENTS

Experience in unit and integration tests, we’re focused on automation and testing
Core JavaScript
React.js, React Hooks, Redux, Saga NodeJS
HTML/CSS/SCSS, Responsive layouts development, cross-browser support
CI/CD processes – understanding, working experience
Git

NICE TO HAVE

Webpack
Jest, Cypress, Protractor
BFF, REST API, AWS
CSS modules, CSS in JS
Micro-frontend experience

Senior Python Software Engineer

Senior Python Software Engineer

DESCRIPTION

Adkins & Cheurfi are looking to recruit a Senior Python Software Engineer, Investment Banking/Financial Services ideally! for a high-profile FS client in London. Our client works on several different projects in a real mix of sectors. This requirement is primarily based onsite with the client’s longstanding customer. It is an excellent opportunity to be part of something huge, a long-standing digital transformation working with cutting edge technologies in the Data and Fintech area.

REQUIREMENTS

Expert knowledge of Python 3 in an enterprise environment, including packages such as Pandas, NumPy, and Python web frameworks such as Django, and Flask
Strong JavaScript skills, and familiarity with JQuery
Strong experience writing AJAX web applications, and developing (and consuming) web APIs
Experience with both SQL and Python ORM libraries (i.e. SQLAlchemy)
AWS experience in addition to CI applications (e.g. Team City)
Experience using Docker and Kubernetes would be advantageous
Knowledge of the Linux environment desirable
Experience in other web technologies would also be useful
Delivery focussed on an ability to own a piece of work from start to finish
Ability to understand various data structures and common data transformation methodologies
Ability to work using Agile methodologies and tools including Scrum, git and Continuous Delivery
Ability to deal credibly with business and technical users at all levels of the organisation
Excellent communication skill is a must

RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver a user platform to support investment decision making and analysis of trends in the investment research space
Refinement of the existing investment and research platform in response to business needs
Work with the DIU and wider teams to adopt Python
Work with the wider DIU Team and research teams to identify opportunities for optimisation and automation
Coach and develop team members, ensuring that best practices and methodologies are followed

THE OFFER

A competitive group pension plan, life assurance and income protection
Private medical insurance, private dental care and critical illness cover
Cycle scheme Tech scheme and season ticket loan
Employee assistance program
Various perks such as Gym discount, Friday lunch, on-site massage and regular social events
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
Some of these benefits may be available only after you have passed your probationary period

Associate Director, Business Development (Pre Sales Solution Architect)

Role: Associate Director, Business Development (Pre-sales Solution Architect)

Location: London, UK

Relevant Experience:
• The incumbent should have at least 8 years in Software and Services sales in the European Market with a proven track record and excellent sales credentials.
• Candidate should have Solution selling and new account generation experience in Customer Experience Management Solutions across different technology platforms.
• Any exposure to working in the Retail sector or with ISV’s will be most advantageous.
• Academic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT will be an added advantage.

Role Description:
• Achieving booking, billing and profitability targets for the region.
• Prospecting, qualifying, proposing, negotiating, and closing mid/large-sized business deals.
• Prospecting to establish new accounts and extending business in existing accounts.
• Building credible and lasting relationships with prospects and customers for repeat business.
• Setting customer expectations consistent with service offerings and delivery potential.
• Keep customer relationship management system up to date on a daily basis.
• Developing a healthy pipeline of suspects and prospects and accurately forecasting business deals to be closed.
• Maintaining contact and opportunity information complete, accurate and in a timely manner.
• Having a comprehensive channel strategy/multipoint lead generation.
• Attending and representing the company at various business and industry meetings and trade shows.

Desired skills:
• Must be residing in the UK and willing to work in London.
• An in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of the IT services industry.
• Is a proven account “hunter”.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Extensive experience of direct selling of IT solution services.
• Successfully pursued business that supports Customer Experience Management Solutions across different technology platforms.
• Established network of business contacts in Customer Experience Management Solution area
• Knowledge/experience with cloud-based applications – B2B
• Knowledge/experience with WCM, CCM, DWP, CRM, ERP, ECM, RPA, Integration Solutions, Analytics, AMS enterprise-level products/services
• Experience with Managed Services offerings
• Built Partnership channel to market
• Built Retail, ISV channel to market (Independent Software Vendor)
• Ability to convince, handle objections, and close big-sized deals quickly.
• Relevant C-level contacts in the European market.
• Must be both dynamic and proactive in sales approach and be extremely solution-oriented.
• Worked in Indian Offshoring Services environments, understanding the dynamics and cultures

Senior Business Analyst

Adkins and Cheurfi are recruiting for a Senior Business Analyst for our client, a financial services business in Canary Wharf, London Hr Manager

JOB OVERVIEW
Our client is recruiting exceptionally talented people who have a passion for and take pride in their work, perfectionists in what they do. As a result of significant customer demand, the client can offer the opportunity to be part of the team as they continue our year on year growth.

As a Senior Business Analyst, you will take responsibility for commercial relationships and deliver end to end solutions with leading-edge software and digital technologies.

They have an immediate demand with a Global Asset Management client who is undertaking a Corporate Change program, moving their HR system from Oracle on-prem to Cloud and require an experienced Senior Business Analyst who will initially be tasked with data mining/discovery activities to understand what data does and doesn’t exist and then building operating model.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as a subject matter expert and Business Analyst or Consultant, understanding the Client’s business needs and translating them into requirements for development teams
• Opportunity to lead a team of more junior Business Analysts, helping them grow their capabilities and develop their careers
• Provide subject matter expertise in Business Analysis practices to help Account Managers grow clients profile with new and existing Clients
• Help Clients understand the best mix of technologies, solutions and services, and how to deliver them to maximise business value
• Work and collaborate with various offshore and 3rd party suppliers, adapting your communications approach to meet the business demands
• Understand and stay abreast of current and emerging trends in the Financial Services domain, opportunities and challenges in the markets and geographies in which the clients operate, and how it may affect our Client’s business
• Support from time to time in a consultative/pre-sales role on select Financial Services engagements as needed and defined by the business and the client

REQUIREMENTS
• End-to-end delivery experience of at least 1 software delivery projects, with a focus on digital & cloud technologies
• Previous experience in Data Analysis / Mining
• Experience in HR Corporate functions
• Broad experience working across the Financial Services domain (ideally including Wealth / Asset Management) desirable
• Strong Agile mindset and familiarity with other development methodologies
• Be able to “shape”, so understand the high-level business needs, the impact of technology, and be able to transition into project delivery
• Working with nearshore developers, understanding the challenges of working in a nearshore delivery model
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and client management skills
• Experience of working in a sales environment, which also includes the ability to sell ideas internally
• Desire to keep learning about new practices and technology, supporting our Software Engineering Excellence
• Experience of working in a Product Management or Consultancy environment would be highly advantageous

SALARY AND BENEFITS
• Private medical insurance, private dental care and critical illness cover
• Cycle scheme Tech scheme and season ticket loan
• Employee assistance program
• Various perks such as Gym discount, Friday lunch, on-site massage and regular social events
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Some of these benefits may be available only after you have passed your probationary period
• A competitive group pension plan, life assurance and income protection

Product Owner – Chatbot

Adkins & Cheurfi are looking for a Product Owner – Chatbot – to work in the centre of London with remote work available in the first period of the contract

DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about technology and its application in Financial Services?

Are you customer-focused and enjoy delivering innovative digital solutions to clients?

Do you have an eye for detail, while being able to keep sight of the bigger picture?

Then you have an opportunity to work with the best-in-class engineering and design teams supporting you to shape the product vision. As a Product Owner specializing in Chatbot solutions, you will play a vital role in shaping the products of customers that impact the lives of millions of people worldwide.

JOB OVERVIEW

Our client recruits exceptionally talented people who have a passion for and take pride in their work and are perfectionists in what they do. As a Product Owner – Chatbot, you will be responsible for helping famous blue-chip brands define their Product Strategy and Roadmap, turning them into realistic plans and business requirements that will bring real value to our client’s business.

The client has an immediate project demand for the PO to join an expanding key client who is shifting to the digital world. The successful candidate will be an experienced PO who will be working with both internal stakeholders and customer teams to Lead the delivery of the new Chatbot solution with an initial focus on defining Chatbot strategy.

The immediate demand is supporting a customer located in Ireland and they consider both UK & Ireland based candidates.

REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in delivering at least 1 Chatbot / Conversational commerce solution is a Must
Solid experience working with Technology platforms in eCommerce (e.g. Oracle Commerce (previously ATG) SAP Hybris etc), CMS, Web Apps but perhaps more important is your ability to use your deep knowledge of these domains and apply it across other platforms and project scenarios
Product development and product ownership mindset, with a focus on delivering business value
The relationship and communication skills to motivate and influence a wide range of internal and client stakeholders ranging from business leaders to software engineering teams
Previous experience working in the Telco domain is desirable but not essential
Familiar with emerging digital trends and their application in the industry (Service Focus)
Able to understand high-level business ideas, impact assess and break them down to facilitate service design and delivery
Strong Agile mindset and familiarity with other development methodologies
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Desirable skills – to prosper and thrive we believe you will need:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Desire to learn and build next-gen products with our client and team of excellent Engineers
- Ability to coach and mentor more junior members of the team
- Contribute towards Business Analysis Competency

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with senior business stakeholders to define the Product Vision and Roadmap
Use market analyses and data insights to identify growth and development opportunities
Create and maintain the Product Backlog, prioritising according to business value
Lead the Product planning process, creating realistic Release Plans and managing stakeholder expectations for the delivery of new Features
Providing vision and direction to development teams, removing impediments and ensuring work focuses on maximising business value
Provide backlog management and direction to sprint planning
Elaborate User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
Serve as a subject matter expert and analyst/consultant, to understand customer’s needs, gather & document requirements
Help clients understand the best mix of technologies, design solutions and services and how they should be delivered to maximise effectiveness
Work and collaborate with various offshore and 3rd party suppliers, adapting your communications approach to meet the business demands
Work to understand the intersection between technology, customers and business to cultivate business development opportunities
Understand and stay abreast of current and emerging digital trends, unique opportunities and challenges of space/markets and geographies in which the clients operate, and how it affects client’s business and initiatives
Support from time to time in a consultative/pre-sales role on select digital engagements as needed and defined by the business and the client

THE OFFER

A competitive group pension plan, life assurance and income protection
Private medical insurance, private dental care and critical illness cover
Cycle scheme Tech scheme and season ticket loan
Employee assistance program
Various perks such as Gym discount, Friday lunch, on-site massage and regular social events
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
Some of these benefits may be available only after you have passed your probationary period