Aker Systems

👥 101-250💰 over 4 years agoCloud Data ServicesBusiness IntelligenceAnalyticsSoftware💼 Private Company
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Aker Systems builds and operates ultra-secure, high-performance cloud-based data platforms for large organizations in the public and private sectors. We specialize in designing and implementing secure data environments that improve data management, sharing, and performance while reducing costs. Our expertise lies in navigating the complexities of data security and privacy within the ever-evolving digital landscape, helping our clients operate securely and efficiently. Aker Systems leverages a cutting-edge technology stack including AWS, Apache Flink, and other leading cloud and data processing tools. We foster a collaborative and supportive engineering culture that prioritizes innovation and continuous learning. Our team thrives on tackling challenging projects and delivering exceptional results. We are recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and have been awarded the Breakthrough Culture Awards (2024) and the Thames Valley Tech Company of the Year (2020). We are a rapidly growing company with a strong track record of success. Our dedicated team of professionals are passionate about data security and committed to providing clients with the best possible solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a dynamic work environment, making us an ideal employer for talented individuals seeking to make a real impact in the data security field. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for open positions. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package alongside significant opportunities for professional growth and development.

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🔥 Lead Business Analyst
Posted about 1 month ago

📍 UK

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Software Development

  • 5+ years experience within a similar role - Technical Business Analyst, Technical Data Analyst, Product Business Analyst, Software Business Analyst
  • Extensive experience with AWS S3
  • Experience of working in an Agile delivery team
  • Experience communicating to a varied range of stakeholders across both technology and the business, building strong relationships
  • Skilled in collecting and interpreting data, analysing results to identify patterns and trends in structured and unstructured data sets
  • In depth understanding of creating User Stories and functional specifications (incorporating functional, non-functional and data definitions)
  • Experience of working with data orientated requirements, including a good understanding of data modelling, mapping and workflow
  • Able to apply suitable analytical approaches to requirements discovery, documentation and solution delivery
  • Experience running requirements workshops to elicit User Stories, Workflow Diagrams, etc
  • Previous experience working within a data team on complex integration problems using public Cloud and messaging or streaming technology
  • Lead the data and systems analysis activities within the project, identifying the business and technical requirements and acceptance criteria
  • Conduct data analysis activities to identify detailed requirements including business transformation mappings
  • Create technical User Stories, including task breakdown and be able to explain them to the technical delivery team
  • Work with the Solution Architect to develop and document detailed User Stories for the project backlog – you will need to validate that the solution will meet the business requirements
  • Work with the data consumers and internal teams to create specifications including detailed data definitions & mappings
  • Take the lead on running workshops and data supplier engagement
  • Formalise the results of data and systems analysis into structured documentation and obtain approval from the key stakeholders
  • Form strong business relationships with suppliers and consumers of data
  • Build out patterns and processes that can be repeated
  • Manage the project backlog in Jira
  • Be part of the technical Agile scrum team – actively contributing to other activities including testing and validation of the end results

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🔥 QA Engineer
Posted about 2 months ago

📍 UK

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Software Development

  • Extensive testing experience working in data centric environments - project experience must include data migration, data pipeline (ETL) and streaming
  • Gathering testing requirements - developing Feature files and acceptance criteria with business stakeholders and turning them into scripts
  • Extensive back-end testing experience - Linux
  • An understanding of Kafka/Docker(from a QA perspective)
  • Experience working with Jira , Maven
  • Experience with BDD and TDD
  • Automation testing using any of custom test suites - Fitnesse, Selenium and Soap UI
  • Automated performance testing using Load Runner or similar (not mandatory)
  • Experience in developing custom regression test suites using any of the programming languages Python, Perl, Shell scripting, Java, MySQL
  • Experience of using Cucumber and creating test frameworks
  • Experience of creating detailed test plan and test strategy
  • Experience in cloud based environments like AWS / Azure / GCP
  • Review requirements and design documents to generate test cases including identifying test data and defining test environment needs
  • Create and review testing strategies, plans and designs
  • Create and review and optimizing testing processes
  • Prepare and execute test scenarios (BDD/TDD) to test the application, network and infrastructure solution at all levels including non-functional
  • Produce Test Reports and be able to report on interim progress
  • Document test results including evidence of any testing defects
  • Report progress, including risks & issues
  • Investigating issues and working with the team to identify root cause and resolution
  • Analyse data and test evidence from testing outcome to show compliance to requirements
  • Liaising with the client test leads/managers and align the test strategy/plan created with the overall test plan/strategy and get the required sign offs of all the artefacts created
  • Act as a single point of contact for any test related activities and communications related to the project
  • Release Test planning/strategy for the changes to be released in prod
  • Create Automation Test strategy evaluating the appropriate options from the available automation tools in the market with a view of creating e2e automation framework which could be integrated and scheduled with standard CI tools like Gitlab/Drone/Jenkins

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🔥 Lead Software Engineer
Posted 2 months ago

📍 UK

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Technology / Data Infrastructure

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience of at least 5 years.
  • JAVA programming experience, including Spring Boot.
  • Fluency in writing JAVA code.
  • Experience with Kafka or similar platforms.
  • Proficiency in Scala and Spark.
  • Experience integrating with services like PostgreSQL, Redis, or S3.
  • Good engineering practices including continuous delivery, clean code, documentation and automated testing.
  • Experience working in Agile and/or DevOps teams.
  • Familiarity with GitHub/GitLab for source control.
  • Knowledge of Test Driven Development methodologies.
  • Experience in Big Data technologies.
  • Experience with Public Cloud services, such as AWS.
  • Lead the development of backend services for a government client leveraging modern technologies.
  • Design, develop, document, and deploy backend services focusing on high performance and scalability.
  • Actively participate in user story estimation and elaboration.
  • Ensure frequent small releases to maintain team momentum.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coverage and support for team members.
  • Build, optimize, and operate Continuous Deployment pipelines.
  • Maintain operational responsibility for the services owned by the team.

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🔥 Lead Data Architect
Posted 4 months ago

📍 UK

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Data technology and cloud services

  • 6+ years of experience in data architecture, with a focus on secure, large-scale, and complex projects.
  • Extensive experience with AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and Redshift.
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Apache Flink for real-time data processing.
  • Proven experience in mentoring and managing teams, with a focus on developing talent and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Strong ability to engage with and influence senior stakeholders, understanding their needs and translating them into actionable technical plans.
  • Engage with stakeholders, both internal and external, to understand business requirements, provide strategic guidance, and ensure that data solutions meet their objectives.
  • Support the design, development, and implementation of data architectures that meet clients' needs, ensuring alignment with security, performance, and scalability requirements.
  • Utilise extensive experience with AWS tooling and other cloud providers to architect and deploy secure, cloud-native solutions for batch and real-time data processing.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring best practices in data architecture, security, and cloud computing.
  • Ensure all data solutions comply with industry standards and government regulations, maintaining the highest levels of data security and integrity.
  • Monitor technical deliverables against the designs, manage and report on design divergences.
  • Support the sales and pre-sales teams by providing expert advice and input on proposals, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with client needs.
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in cloud technologies, data architecture, and security practices.

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