Hiring Data Analyst @ Kentish Town, North West London (NW5)

Location: Kentish Town, North West London (NW5)  Salary: Competitve, Depending on Experience  Company: Spacebar Media  Job Type: Permanent  Date posted: 17/06/2014 12:05  Job Description: Spacebar Media is a market leader offering services in digital marketing, affiliate management, bespoke web design, software development and operations. We are a growing company with an ethos of hard work in a fun and challenging environment. We are currently working on expanding existing project teams and entering new markets and new digital applications. Based in Kentish Town Spacebar Media is a small company with very big ideas. We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our Marketing team. Job Purpose The Data Analyst will implement varying analytical techniques and tools to provide the business with actionable insights that will drive us forward in achieving our company goals. Responsibilities: Analyzing campaign profitability to determine investment and creating strategic plans based upon forecasted profitability and customer lifetime value; Building strong relationships with key stakeholders and communicating insight to both analytical and non-analytical audiences; Analyzing customer behavioral data via SQL to help the CRM, Casino and VIP teams drive customer engagement through content personalization and support the growth of brand engagement; Identifying revenue opportunities and optimizing the brands content and offers; Presenting data and strategy recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences; Carry out core financial analysis and implementation related directly to revenue generation, such as pricing, fee structures for gaming, marketing costs, player acquisition, and bonus plans, as well as long-term overall financial projections; Testing new system changes to ensure they fit into the database scheme, and to make sure information is reportable and accurate; Working with Project Management to ensure all development, new or existing changes have been taken into account for reporting purposes; Creating reports on an Ad Hoc basis for the business and paying attention to detail and accuracy of reports that have been produced; Analysis of customer behavior across all products; Analyze large, complex data sets representing the behavior of millions of online and mobile game players to address strategic and operational business questions; Develop frameworks, models, tools, and processes to ensure data influences decisions at all levels; Analyze and run custom queries on large, complex data sets representing the behavior of online social game players to address strategic and operational business questions. Attributes & Skills: 2+ years’ commercial experience within an analytical role supporting data driven decision making; Online gaming experience essential; Excellent modelling, analytical and numerical capabilities; Experience with statistical tools: (R, SAS, MATLAB); Ability to turn complex concepts into actionable recommendations; Ability to see the 'big picture,' evaluate the business impact of issues and prioritise various requests; Ability to learn in a fast changing work environment; Ability to function as a self-starter with strong communication skills, able to communicate recommendations to senior stakeholders as well as employees within the team; Adaptable and flexible with an ability to multi task; Relevant Numerate Degree - preferably Mathematics or Statistics - or equivalent, with a strong understanding of quantitative as well as qualitative analysis & econometric modelling; Experience with SQL; Experience with Big data solutions; Advanced level of Excel modelling; Good verbal communication skills; Excellent attention to detail; Demonstrate a calm manner and an ability to handle difficult situations; Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button below including your resume along with a covering letter outlining your salary expectations. Successful Data Analyst applications will be contacted for an interview within 2 weeks from application submission. Spacebar Media is an equal opportunity employer. Spacebar Media has a PSL in place. No recruitment agencies please.    ...(More..)

SENIOR IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

Central London / West End (WC1)  View map £40,000 to £50,000 depending on experience Permanent Copany: Zodo Senior IT Support Technician Europe – International Video Game Developer and Publisher An opportunity for an experienced and broad based IT Support professional in the European operation of a leading US video game company.  The challenge is to provide desk top support for users in four European offices as well as systems and network administration together with the technical back up needed at frequent Trade Shows.  The company: Our client is an award-winning creator and publisher of interactive entertainment for a range of gaming consoles, PC’s, wireless devices and multiplayer online gaming. The business is US owned and controlled and has grown significantly in the last five years.  In that time, it has established a successful European operation in London and more recently subsidiary offices have been opened in France, Germany, the Netherlands and Australia. There are around 70 staff employed throughout Europe and the work environment is very professional while still being friendly, open and relaxed. The role: You’ll be working with the European IT Manager to support the ever growing headcount across Europe, the increasing complexity of systems and the need to keep downtime to an absolute minimum.  As well as providing desktop support for the staff, the Senior IT Support Technician will be involved with systems and network administration and liaise with the US head office.  There are also a number of Trade Shows around Europe and IT support is needed to set up the network of consoles that form part of the exhibition stands. Specific responsibilities: Respond to staff requests for assistance by phone, email, remote support and in person Configure and deploy desktops, servers, storage, and networking devices including multiple languages and pre-approved software configurations Configure and monitor the connectivity of the LAN infrastructure and troubleshoot any network outages Assist with the purchase of services, products, computer hardware, software, cabling and communication products Provide support for video conferencing facilities in Europe Configure and build network consoles at Trade Shows as well as other IT requirements Assist in new product evaluation, configuration, installation and maintenance Communicate with US IT team regarding changes and updates on systems and software to ensure that any changes required are implemented in the European operation. Provide monitoring, disaster recovery, and network hardware support Perform server backups and maintain offsite tape storage Recommend additions and changes to information system standards, policies and procedures Maintain up-to-date detailed documentation where applicable. The role is based in London and will involve some travel to Europe. The person: We are looking for a Senior IT Generalist with experience of 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support. Essential skills/experience: Experience with current Dell, HP and Apple consumer and business desktop/laptop hardware lines Fundamental understanding of networking principles and operation, including the OSI Reference Model Experience in Cisco Switches/Routers/Firewalls TCP/IP—ports, protocols, and subnetting Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory DNS. Desirable skills/experience:  Video Conferencing experience Mac OSX WAN Experience Exchange Systems Center Experience Microsoft Lync A/V skills VMware vSphere 5.0, 5.x Cisco CLI for switches and routers Microsoft Exchange Server. Personal Qualities:  Must be a detail-oriented self-starter able to function autonomously, with minimal supervision Organisational skills as demonstrated by the ability to multi task with frequent interruptions while meeting sensitive deadlines Strong customer-service orientation. Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language to both technical and non-technical end-users. Willingness to work after hours in emergency situations or when maintenance would impact critical business processes. ...(More..)

HIRING ANALYST @ Staffordshire

Staffordshire £18k - 24k per year + Benefits Permanent Utopia Tableware Utopia Tableware Ref: CWJobs/2175920/59854782 Print Open in a new tab Share Email similar jobs Save job Apply   Analyst Job Permanent role Chesterfield based commutable from Sheffield, Mansfield, Derby  £20,000 - £24,000 plus benefits Utopia Tableware are partnered with Hays plc recruiting for a analyst job based from their head offices in Chesterfield. Utopia Tableware are leaders in the supply of Glassware, Tableware & Foodservice Equipment to the Hospitality Industry, supplying through a network of distributors across the UK & Ireland. They bring the most comprehensive collections of tableware to the market through our global sourcing capabilities and provide outstanding customer service throughout all aspects of our business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced analyst to join an ambitious and quickly growing organisation in a new permanent position, which will allow the successful candidate to apply their skills and support the organisation in moving forward. The purpose of this role will be to complete data analysis, and forecasting to ensure the smooth running of the organisation s operations.  Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate on application experience and attributes in the following: Analysing data across the sales and purchasing functions Identifying and monitoring trends in sales and outgoing products Forecasting stock requirements for suppliers and developing forecasts Identifying line issues Reporting on in and out products Analysis of excess stock Maintaining stock levels for ordering using Navision Supporting in and taking a lead in the implementation of a new IT systems Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including advanced Excel Pivot Tables, Look Ups, Macros High level of numeracy skills Logical approach to analysis and planning Benefits and further information: Permanent role Competitive rate of pay Full time working hours Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm Free parking Modern office facilities Reputable organisation Newly created vacancy This is an excellent opportunity for an analyst, stock controller, data analyst, strategist, forecaster to join a progressive company with excellent growth opportunities. Utopia Tableware have a dedicated recruitment microsite on Hays; please visit for more information: hays.co.uk/jobs/utopia-tableware   ...(More..)

HIRING SOFTWARE TESTING LEAD @ Canterbury

Canterbury Salary from £31,644 to £36,661 per annum Contract University of Kent Recruitment Team Ref: CWJobs/OTR0911/59855818 Print Open in a new tab Share Email similar jobs Save job Apply   Information Services: Ref:  OTR0911 Fixed Term of 2 years, full-time contract The role of Software Testing Lead offers you an excellent opportunity to become a champion of good testing practise and ensure the new testing framework meets the business and technical needs of the University. This new role will be responsible for: Organising and delivering technical and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for the SDS Replacement Project.  They will also help to develop and embed a new testing framework throughout Information Services (IS). This role reports directly to the SDS Replacement Project Manager and is key to ensuring that the University’s current and future testing requirements are met. You will be passionate about delivering quality through current testing theory and practice, and should be comfortable planning user testing, creating test plans and automating test harnesses and processes. Ideally: You will have a strong background in software development, QA or test management.  You will also have strong communication skills and can enthusiastically engage users in testing and providing feedback on a new system. Familiarity with enterprise or corporate software implementation projects, especially Tribal SITS would be particularly useful. The University of Kent is a welcoming diverse environment. We have recently initiated a ‘Women in IT’ campaign and particularly welcome female applicants to this post. The role will all be part of the project team responsible for development and implementation of the new Tribal SITS student data system. For more information, please see our website.  We offer: This post is offered at £31,644 - £36,661 and comes with a generous package of benefits including: A contributory pension 43 days of leave (including annual leave Customary days and public holidays) Relocation package Childcare and a great working environment. Closing date for completed applications:  06 July 2014. Phone Interviews are to be held:  w/c 14 July 2014. Onsite Interviews are to be held:  w/c 21 July 2014.   ...(More..)

HIring Information Strategy Manager @ Canary Wharf, East London

Location: Canary Wharf, East London (E14) Salary: £50,000 per annum plus flex fund in lieu of benefits  Date posted: 17/06/2014 12:05 Job type: Permanent  Company: High Speed Two Limited Information Strategy Manager Canary Wharf Circa. £50,000 per annum plus flex fund in lieu of benefits As the Information Strategy Manager, you will be responsible to the Head of Information Management for increasing HS2’s capability to manage information and to exploit and innovate it in order to benefit the delivery and operation of the railway. This is a very exciting time to join HS2 as it grows and transitions into the construction phase.In this role you will play a key part in influencing and enabling that change. You’ll understand the potential of information to an organisation like HS2 and will share your knowledge and enthusiasm across the organisation to lead thinking on the subject. You’ll establish and lead a small team of professionals including information/data architecture, data science and analytics specialists. Working with colleagues in ICT and across HS2, you’ll deliver a clear and common understanding of the organisation’s information and its issues, risks and opportunities. You’ll develop, share and drive through an end-to-end vision and strategy for managing information in HS2 that resolves issues, mitigates risks and makes the case for opportunities to exploit the value of information both inside and outside the organisation throughout the life of the programme. In doing this you’ll put governance in place to put information at the centre of business, digital and technology strategies and architecture. For this key position, you’ll have a passion for the value and opportunities of information to organisations and/or large delivery programmes. You’ll possess a track record of: IT and/or information strategy; information management; information/data modelling; data analytics approaches and tools (business intelligence, management information). You’ll also be able to inspire and lead a team and to enthuse others. For further information about this unique opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button. Closing date for completed applications is midnight on Monday, 30th June 2014. High Speed 2 (HS2) will be the UK’s new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain’s major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. Contact: Recruitment Team   ...(More..)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER @ South East London (SE1)

South East London (SE1)  View map Salary from £32,000 to £38,000 per annum Permanent Redblade Ltd Emma Marshall Ref: CWJobs/59857980 Print Open in a new tab Share Email similar jobs Save job Apply   A 3rd line technical engineer is required by an expanding IT services company. As a growing Managed Service Provider (MSP) we need a 3rd line engineer to take on the responsibility of providing support to our clients. Primarily the role will be based at our offices in Vauxhall but will include on-site support and working with the project team. Qualifications/experience/skills required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or minimum 2-years hands on experience in a 3rd line IT Desktop/Server support role MCSA/MCSE certification or other industry qualifications are desirable Logical approach to problem solving Excellent inter-personal skills with good time management Essential technical experience in the following areas: Administration of Microsoft Active Directory Administration of Microsoft Exchange 2007 / 2010 / 2013 Administration of Microsoft Server 2003 / 2008 / 2012 Microsoft XP / Vista / 7 / 8 Operating Systems Desirable experience in any of the following: Networking (Cisco Firewalls / Cisco Switches / HP Switches ) Virtual Technology (VMware vSphere, HyperV, KVM, XEN) Backup Solutions (Symantec, Vembu, vRanger) Storage Solutions (NetApp, EMC, Equallogic, PowerVault) Basic Linux knowledge We offer a challenging environment and the opportunity to develop skills supporting a wide range of technologies and solutions. You will be given specific tasks according to your capabilities and will be expected to run them through to completion. Redblade Ltd is a growing company and the future growth of the company is dependent on our employees. Therefore we are looking for high calibre candidates with ambitions to grow along with the company. Tags: 3rd line, support, engineer, networking, storage, Linux, virtual, IT, helpdesk, server.   ...(More..)

Hiring SENIOR DELIVERY MANAGER/ PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Bingley Salary unspecified Permanent Networking People Amenda Geng Ref: CWJobs/9866678/59860562 Print Open in a new tab Share Email similar jobs Save job Apply Role Title: Senior Delivery Manager/ Portfolio Manager Location - Bingley, UK Role Description: Client is a new account where HCL has taken over in June2013 after a transition which lasted 18 months. At end of transition a change team was formed based on the pipeline view available at that time. The team has grown steadily in last 8 months and there are number of medium and large projects in the pipeline. Due to the nature of operations there are a number of small projects (100+) as well executed every month. The organisation structures and delivery teams are in place with relevant understanding of the landscape. This role is a lead to provide a holistic leadership to all large, medium and small projects being executed within the engagement. Portfolio includes a significant portion of infrastructure only and infra + apps projects. The teams reporting to this role will be - apps programme team, infra programme team and small projects team. Required Skills Extensive experience in delivering managed portfolio of projects - with end to end responsibility from requirements-design-implementation- testing- handover to support. Good experience of delivering a portfolio of projects in integrated environment working with large teams (50+) owning responsibility for apps and infra changes. Experience in managing change portfolio in Financial Services organisation Personal attitude of responsibility and ownership; a "can do" attitude to drive various initiatives in the portfolio to tight timescales Ability to visualise the 'big picture' - enterprise-wide Extensive stakeholder management - including at senior level in HCL and customer organisation Strong and effective communication style - both oral and written Ability to challenge appropriately to customer and internal stakeholders. Ability to build trust and confidence within team and with customer Experience across multiple IT Disciplines will be a plus: Projects delivery, Service Delivery, Governance, process etc   Useful Skills Business case development Standard tooling - Office, Visio, Powerpoint   ...(More..)

Desktop Support Analyst - Windows 7

Location: City, London  Salary: £180 to £200 per day  Company: Marcus Donald People  Job Type: Permanent  Date posted: 16/06/2014 09:02  Job Description: Desktop Support Analyst - 6 Months – London Wall - ASAP  A Client within the private sector is looking for a Desktop Support Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. They are looking for someone with very good Active Directory skills as well as excellent overall IT support knowledge.  They are looking for someone to interview immediately and start ASAP. Below is a list of required skills:  - Experience of Windows 7 Desktop Support and Configuration - Experience of supporting Microsoft office product - Experience of Active Directory domain administration - Experience using Exchange  This is a great opportunity for a Desktop Support Analyst to join a client within the private sector on a contract basis.  If you are interested please apply.  Location: London Wall Job Type: Contract  Contract Length: 6 months  Rate: £180 - £200 p/d    ...(More..)

Software Engineer in United States

Software Engineer Category: 140 - Senior MTS Description: Six3 Systems, Inc. (Six3),headquartered in McLean, Virginia, was founded in 2009 to provide strategic and differentiated solutions and services to support the missions of customers. The company is based around six core values—Integrity, Ethics, Partnership, Trust, Quality, and Innovation—to provide excellence in serving the missions of our three key markets: Defense, Intelligence, and Civilian communities.   The Six3 family is made up of industry-leading companies including: Six3 Intelligence Solutions, Inc., Six3 Advanced Systems, Inc, Six3 Cyber and Enterprise Systems, LLC, and Ticom Geomatics, Inc. Our mission solutions include: biometrics, identity intelligence (I2), counterintelligence; command, control, communications, computers, and combat systems intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (C5ISR); and Cyber security and enterprise architectures that protect U.S. interests at home and abroad.   The Software Engineer designs computer applications software solutions to satisfy user needs. The Software Engineer designs solutions to approved user and mission requirements; develops systems specifications; conducts tradeoff analysis to determine best software solution (GOTS/COTS) and/or custom products. The software engineer develops and analyzes alternative solutions using methodical tradeoff approach. The software engineer designs custom software solutions and determines data and storage requirements. The Software Engineer researches and evaluates GOTS/COTS products to determine applicability to mission and system requirements. Successful candidate determines resource requirements for develop software solutions and maintaining production applications.   • Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. • Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan computer specifications and layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications. • Review existing software products and assist in making refinements, reducing operating tine, and improve current techniques. • Modify existing software designs to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve performance. • Estimate software development labor and schedule requirement. • Consult with customers and technical staff about systems and performance requirements. Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or IT related degree; Masters of Science (MS) preferred. • Experience – seventeen (17) years of combined experience in IT operations and sustainment, customer support for systems, applications, and operational services and a minimum of 7 years of experience in systems engineering. • Experience developing and maintaining complex systems that involved integrating COTS/GOTS and Open Source Technologies • Experience across numerous engineering disciplines • Experience with automated testing tools • Ability to identify technology gaps in current capabilities and processes • Experience performing software development for large scale government programs. • Experience with one or more of the following: J2EE, Ruby on Rails, Web 2.0, web server, application server, JIRA, Middleware, or Rational Unified Process, Systems Architect, and multiple database technologies, Data Access, protocols. • Experience in one of the following: Java (JDK/JVM), .Net, (J)Ruby, (J) Ruby on Rails, C/C++, XQuery, XLST, XPATH, JavaScript, and Libraries. • Identify limitations and restrictions for data processing projects. • High-degree of analytical and critical thinking skills. • Ability to work multiple, time-critical tasks. • Excellent oral and written communications skills. To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Six3! Be part of a culture at our leading edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. Please visit us at:www.six3systems.com.   We welcome all qualified candidates to submit their current resumes to:john.pratt@six3systems.com Six3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.   Location: Northern, VA Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/t Polygraph Minimum Experience (yrs): 7 - 17 Required Education: Bachelor of Science ...(More..)

HIRING Software Engineer in United States

Harding Security Associates, Inc.Software Engineer in United States   Software Engineer Category: 140 - Senior MTS Description: Six3 Systems, Inc. (Six3),headquartered in McLean, Virginia, was founded in 2009 to provide strategic and differentiated solutions and services to support the missions of customers. The company is based around six core values—Integrity, Ethics, Partnership, Trust, Quality, and Innovation—to provide excellence in serving the missions of our three key markets: Defense, Intelligence, and Civilian communities. The Six3 family is made up of industry-leading companies including: Six3 Intelligence Solutions, Inc., Six3 Advanced Systems, Inc, Six3 Cyber and Enterprise Systems, LLC, and Ticom Geomatics, Inc. Our mission solutions include: biometrics, identity intelligence (I2), counterintelligence; command, control, communications, computers, and combat systems intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (C5ISR); and Cyber security and enterprise architectures that protect U.S. interests at home and abroad. The Software Engineer designs computer applications software solutions to satisfy user needs. The Software Engineer designs solutions to approved user and mission requirements; develops systems specifications; conducts tradeoff analysis to determine best software solution (GOTS/COTS) and/or custom products. The software engineer develops and analyzes alternative solutions using methodical tradeoff approach. The software engineer designs custom software solutions and determines data and storage requirements. The Software Engineer researches and evaluates GOTS/COTS products to determine applicability to mission and system requirements. Successful candidate determines resource requirements for develop software solutions and maintaining production applications. • Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. • Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan computer specifications and layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications. • Review existing software products and assist in making refinements, reducing operating tine, and improve current techniques. • Modify existing software designs to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve performance. • Estimate software development labor and schedule requirement. • Consult with customers and technical staff about systems and performance requirements. Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or IT related degree; Masters of Science (MS) preferred. • Experience – seventeen (17) years of combined experience in IT operations and sustainment, customer support for systems, applications, and operational services and a minimum of 7 years of experience in systems engineering. • Experience developing and maintaining complex systems that involved integrating COTS/GOTS and Open Source Technologies • Experience across numerous engineering disciplines • Experience with automated testing tools • Ability to identify technology gaps in current capabilities and processes • Experience performing software development for large scale government programs. • Experience with one or more of the following: J2EE, Ruby on Rails, Web 2.0, web server, application server, JIRA, Middleware, or Rational Unified Process, Systems Architect, and multiple database technologies, Data Access, protocols. • Experience in one of the following: Java (JDK/JVM), .Net, (J)Ruby, (J) Ruby on Rails, C/C++, XQuery, XLST, XPATH, JavaScript, and Libraries. • Identify limitations and restrictions for data processing projects. • High-degree of analytical and critical thinking skills. • Ability to work multiple, time-critical tasks. • Excellent oral and written communications skills. To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Six3! Be part of a culture at our leading edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. Please visit us at:www.six3systems.com. We welcome all qualified candidates to submit their current resumes to:john.pratt@six3systems.com Six3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Location: Northern, VA Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/t Polygraph Minimum Experience (yrs): 7 - 17 Required Education: Bachelor of Science   ...(More..)