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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Data Scientist / Analytics Expert

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.


ROLE: Data Scientist / Analytics Expert
LOCATION: Remote
CLEARANCE: Must be a UK Citizen OR have been in the UK for 5 years


Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams at Amber Labs to understand and update demand forecast models based on audit actions.
  • Utilise expertise in time series forecasting to enhance the accuracy and reliability of forecasting models.
  • Leverage advanced analytics techniques, including but not limited to XG Boost and Neural Networks, to optimize predictive modeling.
  • Stay current with industry best practices and implement innovative approaches to improve forecasting methodologies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in time series forecasting is a minimum requirement.
  • Demonstrated expertise in demand forecasting and predictive analytics.
  • Familiarity with advanced machine learning techniques, including XG Boost and Neural Networks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Skills and Experience:

  • Recent project experience in time series forecasting is essential.
  • Previous exposure to demand forecasting and predictive analytics methodologies.
  • Proficiency in utilizing advanced analytics tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Preferences:

  • Experience in the energy or utility sector is desirable but not mandatory.
  • A passion for staying abreast of emerging trends and advancements in data science and analytics.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac


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Software Developer

Default PortalUnited Kingdom - Remote
DesignmongodbjavadockerAWSjavascriptNode.js

Default Portal is hiring a Remote Software Developer


The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Full-Stack Developer with a strong background in Public Sector projects (GDS), exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in a range of technologies including Node.JS, HTML, AWS, Java, JavaScript, Docker, and MongoDB.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Public Sector Expertise (GDS):
    • Leverage your experience in Public Sector projects, aligning with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards to deliver solutions that meet regulatory requirements and user expectations.
  2. Communication Skills:
    • Demonstrate excellent communication skills, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to articulate technical concepts and project progress.
  3. Full-Stack Development:
    • Engage in end-to-end development using Node.JS, HTML, AWS, Java, JavaScript, Docker, and MongoDB to create scalable and robust applications.
  4. AWS Cloud Services:
    • Utilize AWS cloud services to design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance applications.
  5. Java Expertise:
    • Apply your expertise in Java to develop server-side logic, ensuring seamless integration with front-end elements.
  6. Front-End Development (HTML, JavaScript):
    • Drive the development of user-friendly interfaces using HTML and JavaScript, ensuring an optimal user experience.
  7. Containerization (Docker):
    • Implement containerization strategies using Docker to enhance application portability and efficiency in deployment.
  8. Database Management (MongoDB):
    • Manage and optimize MongoDB databases, ensuring data integrity and efficient retrieval for application functionality.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Proven experience in Full-Stack Development, with a focus on Node.JS, HTML, AWS, Java, JavaScript, Docker, and MongoDB.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Public Sector projects, adhering to GDS standards.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency in AWS cloud services for scalable and secure application deployment.
  • Experience in Java for server-side development and integration.
  • Front-end development skills using HTML and JavaScript for intuitive user interfaces.
  • Knowledge of containerization principles, particularly with Docker.
  • Database management skills, with a focus on MongoDB.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • ·Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Lead Software Engineer

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.

ROLE: Lead Software Developer
LOCATION: Remote
CLEARANCE: Must be a UK Citizen OR have been in the UK for 5 years


Role Overview: We are seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in a wide range of technologies, including AWS, NodeJS, Java, Docker, Kubernetes, and more. You will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining innovative solutions for our public sector clients, leveraging your skills in AWS and GDS environments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within an Agile team environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Key Skills:

  • Proficiency in AWS services
  • Strong experience with NodeJS, Express, HTML, Nunjucks, and JavaScript
  • Knowledge of Java and Spring frameworks
  • Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform and Ansible
  • Expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, Istio, and Kubectl
  • Experience with version control systems like GitLab and artifact repositories like Nexus
  • Proficient in package managers such as NPM and Maven
  • Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Kibana and Kiali
  • Knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka and databases like MongoDB

Role Responsibilities:

  • Utilize your public sector experience to contribute to the development of solutions that meet the unique needs of government clients
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Delivery Managers, Business Analysts, Test Automation Engineers, and Technical Architects
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies such as refinement, estimating, planning, and review sessions
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software applications and services
  • Ensure code quality, performance, and security standards are met throughout the development lifecycle
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices, sharing knowledge and insights with team members

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Proven experience working in Agile environments, delivering high-quality software solutions
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team setting
  • Experience with AWS and Government Digital Services (GDS) environments preferred
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac



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Java Developer

Default PortalUnited Kingdom - Remote
DevOPSBachelor's degreesqlDesignansiblemongodbazurejavac++c#dockerpostgresqltypescriptkubernetesangularjenkinspythonAWSbackendfrontendNode.js

Default Portal is hiring a Remote Java Developer

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

ROLE: Java Developer
LOCATION: Remote (UK)
CLEARANCE: SC eligible, SC Cleared + NPVV3 (Bonus)

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Java development and a strong understanding of backend, frontend, data, and DevOps technologies. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing and developing high-quality software solutions using Java and related technologies.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
  • Troubleshooting and debugging issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency.
  • Keeping up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in software development.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Significant experience with Java development.
  • Proficiency in backend technologies such as Node.js, Java Spring, Python, and C#.
  • Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Typescript, Angular, and JavaScript.
  • Knowledge of data technologies including PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, and Apache Cassandra.
  • Familiarity with DevOps tools such as AWS, Kubernetes, Azure, Jenkins, Docker, Ansible, and Terraform.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
  • Certifications in relevant technologies.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.


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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Senior Test Engineer

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.

ROLE: Senior Test Engineer
LOCATION: Remote
CLEARANCE: Must be a UK Citizen OR have been in the UK for 5 years

Job Description:

As a Senior Test Engineer at Amber Labs, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test plans, as well as automating tests to streamline our testing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test automation, experience with GDS and Public Sector projects, and proficiency in Java programming.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver with Java for API, UI, and WebServices testing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and design test cases accordingly.
  • Execute manual and automated test cases, analyze results, and report defects.
  • Implement and maintain test data and test environments.
  • Contribute to the improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
  • Proven experience with Selenium WebDriver implemented with Java.
  • Strong understanding of HTTP, REST, and API testing.
  • Familiarity with MongoDB for database testing.
  • Proficiency in Java programming and object-oriented design principles.
  • Experience with TDD, BDD, and Agile methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of Cucumber for behavior-driven development.
  • Hands-on experience with version control systems such as Git.
  • Experience with continuous integration tools like Jenkins.
  • Familiarity with issue tracking systems such as Jira.
  • Basic proficiency in Unix/OSX and shell scripting.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.


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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.

ROLE: Senior Azure DevOps Engineer
LOCATION: Remote
CLEARANCE: Must be a UK Citizen OR have been in the UK for 5 years

Overview: We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer with specialized expertise in Azure to seamlessly integrate into our 3rd line support team. The role involves spearheading the technical implementation of forthcoming business groups onto the CP Platform, followed by facilitating the upskilling of the newly formed 3rd line Platform team. The incumbent will oversee a smooth handover of activities and exit upon the conclusion of the engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Provide senior-level guidance and leadership to 3rd line DevOps engineering colleagues, acting as a self-starter in the team.
  2. Perform advanced troubleshooting and recovery activities on the CP platform, collaborating closely with supporting teams for issue resolution.
  3. Foster integration with internal teams, current suppliers, and support models, ensuring cohesive operations.
  4. Actively support the expansion and rollout of future initiatives, particularly in platform-related activities.
  5. Contribute to the upskilling of associate DevOps Engineers through project and support-related activities.

Technical Requirements:

Git and Gitlab CI/CD:

  • Proficiency in Git, Gitlab CI/CD Pipelines, including YAML syntax, stages and jobs, runners, artifacts, caching, and integrating testing tools like PyTest and Selenium.
  • Experience in managing environment variables, secret management, debugging pipelines, and utilizing the Gitlab API.

Azure Cloud Services / Azure DevOps:

  • In-depth knowledge of Azure services, encompassing Azure Resource Manager, Az CLI, Azure VM creation and management, networking, security, databases, Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Storage, and monitoring/logging practices.

Terraform:

  • Proficiency in Terraform, specifically in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts, state management, resource management, module usage, Terraform CLI syntax, cloud providers, security, and approval planning.

Additional Skills:

  • Proficiency in Docker, Linux Administration (RHEL, Alpine), Shell and Python scripting, Kubernetes, kubectl cli functions, Prometheus, and Grafana.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.


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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Delivery Manager

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.

ROLE: Delivery Manager
LOCATION: Remote
CLEARANCE: Must be a UK Citizen OR have been in the UK for 5 years


Position Overview: We are seeking a results-driven and client-focused Delivery Manager to oversee the successful delivery of projects within our organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional results. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client requirements and organisational objectives.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining regular communication to provide updates, address concerns, and manage expectations.
  • Coordinate project teams, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and resolving any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
  • Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines, identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful delivery.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the project team, implementing best practices and driving efficiencies.
  • Conduct post-project reviews to evaluate performance, gather feedback, and identify opportunities for future enhancements.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, leveraging insights to enhance project delivery processes and methodologies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field preferrable.
  • Proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  • Experience working in public sector is a plus.
  • PMP or similar certification is desirable.


Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.


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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Fractional HR Manager

Location: Remote

Work Pattern: Part time

Security Clearance: BPSS

The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

The Role:

The Fractional HR Manager will play a critical role in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with our business goals. This role is perfect for someone with extensive HR experience who enjoys working flexibly and can manage multiple projects efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives.

· Provide senior executives with insights and guidance on HR-related matters.

· Design long-term plans for workforce scaling during growth phases or downsizing during economic downturns.

· Ensure company HR policies remain compliant with current regulations and best practices.

· Design and update HR policies tailored to the company's needs.

· Identify areas for employee skill enhancement and development.

· Design and implement training programs and professional development initiatives.

· Foster a positive work environment and enhance company culture.

· Develop initiatives to improve employee engagement and satisfaction.

· Assess and improve existing HR processes and systems.

· Implement best practices to enhance HR efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements:

· Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior HR role.

· Strong understanding of HR practices, labour laws, and regulations.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

· Experience in remote work environments is a plus.

Benefits:

· Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.

· Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.

· Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.

· Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.

· 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.

· Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.

· Participate in a generous employee referral program.

· A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.

· Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.

· Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

· Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

· Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

· Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

· By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Citrix Engineer

Citrix Testers x 2

Please not these roles are Fulltime FTC, and you be required to take BPSS and SC Clearable. Occasional travel onsite required.

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled 2 Citrix Testers to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in testing and validating existing Citrix environments built by our incumbent team. This position requires a deep understanding of Citrix technologies and the ability to ensure robust and reliable environment setups.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Test and validate Citrix environments to ensure they meet the required standards and performance benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with the incumbent team to understand the existing environment setups and configurations.
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues within the Citrix environments, providing solutions and improvements as necessary.
  • Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and scenarios to rigorously test the functionality and performance of the Citrix environments.
  • Document test results, issues, and improvements, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide recommendations for optimizing and enhancing Citrix environments.
  • Ensure that all environments adhere to best practices and security standards.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • SFIA Level 4/5 or equivalent experience in Citrix development and environment testing.
  • Proven experience in working with Citrix technologies, including XenApp, XenDesktop, and Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
  • Strong understanding of virtualization technologies and protocols.
  • Experience in developing and executing test plans and scripts.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively document and communicate technical findings.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently as needed.
  • Familiarity with best practices in environment testing and validation.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Citrix Cloud services.
  • Knowledge of networking and storage solutions related to Citrix environments.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages for testing purposes.
  • Experience in working within agile project environments.

Education and Certifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant Citrix certifications (e.g., Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V), Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V) are highly desirable.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Staff Accountant

Default PortalCharlotte, NC - Remote

Default Portal is hiring a Remote Staff Accountant

We work to make the world of business and taxes come alive for creative individuals and organizations! If we’ve done our job, these owners can breathe easy and sleep well at night knowing they’re in good hands. As a team, we focus on staying ahead of technological changes, and value professional development. We try to be responsible corporate citizens and aren’t afraid to take a stand on political or social issues. And we try to have fun and celebrate our humanity—while doing impeccable work, of course. ???? We are always looking for new ways of doing things, improvements to our systems, and strategies to help our clients. Are you ready to revel in our growth while helping thousands of creative entrepreneurs along the way?


As a Staff Accountant, you are at the core of our relationship with our clients—getting them the information they need to make smart decisions for their business. And you’ll be right there with them (virtually of course), not hiding in a cubicle somewhere. So you’ll get to know them personally, individually, and understand what makes them (and their businesses) tick. Ultimately, it’ll be your responsibility to make sure that Revel is always doing our best to help our clients’ goals become reality!

This is a full-time, remote work role with the hope and expectation that you’ll continue to grow with the company over time. Compensation will range from $50k-60k depending on experience. Typical weekly responsibilities include:

  • Posting weekly or monthly activity for clients into their cloud-based accounting system
  • Performing month-end reviews and reconciling accounts against bank and credit card statements
  • Generating journal entries and any other accruals or adjustments needed for our clients
  • Utilizing web-based tools to process payments for clients that utilize outsourced A/P functions
  • Generating monthly or quarterly reporting dashboards for clients
  • Responding to client inquiries for information about transactions, and assisting them with minor technical issues in the stack of technology we’ve designed for them
  • Assisting with running payroll for clients as needed
  • Provide training to clients on the various systems they use as needed
  • Perform reviews with the client periodically to make sure our services are aligned with their goals and needs

You’ll have a flexible schedule, be able to work-from-anywhere, and participate in company benefit programs.

Qualities to Bring to This Position:

  • You’ll be able to balance being approachable yet professional in your communications—written and verbal
  • You’ll be detail-oriented, avoiding spelling errors or other careless mistakes in your work
  • You’ll be an amazing communicator—making sure any soon-to-be missed deadlines are communicated about ahead of time
  • You’re super-comfortable working online, in cloud-based applications, and using a variety of software tools (with the appropriate training of course)
  • Your discretion is top-notch; our clients’ privacy and sensitive information are always protected
  • You’ve got a proactive attitude, and love finding new and better ways to help us get our work done well
  • You have experience with at least one type of cloud-based accounting platform (preferably Xero, but could be QBO, Sage, Netsuite, etc)
  • You’re able to see a transaction and feel fairly confident how 80-90% of them should be categorized based on a typical chart of accounts
  • You’ve used some sort of project management, task management, or practice management tool, so keeping track of your upcoming work and logging what you’ve done comes naturally to you

Thank you for considering the position and hope you’ll be interested in joining the Revel CPA team!

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Tester

Default Portallondon, GB - Remote
redisagilejirapostgresDesignazureuiapijavajenkinspythonjavascript

Default Portal is hiring a Remote Tester

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

ROLE: Tester
LOCATION: Remote (UK)
CLEARANCE: Eligible for SC Clearance

As a Test Engineer you will be responsible for writing, debugging and refactoring test code. You will work closely with our software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level. You will collaborate with analysts to make sure the required business scenarios are covered in the acceptance and test scripts. You will also work on both functional and non-functional areas of an application. coach and mentor testers.

Technologies:

We rely heavily on

  • JIRA as our bug tracking software
  • Python, Java and JavaScript to write automation tests
  • JMeter for load tests
  • Selenium/Web Driver for end to end testing
  • Fiddler, Burp and Developer Tools to analyse packets
  • SOAP UI for API inspection
  • Jenkins for deployment
  • Dynatrace for application monitoring
  • Azure for most of our infrastructure
  • Postgres and Redis as our databases.
  • Macs to do all of the above
  • In addition, we use a range of other technologies and continue to evolve by employing new technologies that help us deliver better services to our users

What are we looking for?

Demonstrable knowledge of business domains and/or systems you tested
A proven track record in defining and implementation of test tooling, test environments and test data required for all phases of testing. Good understanding of test types and concepts
Experience in writing automated testing programs/scripts, ideally in our core technology stack
Experience in load testing tools
Knowledge of REST web services and API inspection tools
Awareness of packet analyzers
Experience in using bug tracking software
Show where you have identified issues and risks associated with work whilst being able to analyse and report test activities and results
Have been exposed to the application of Agile principles in practice
Some experience in design and execution of non-functional test cases in a range of environments
A strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Technical Test Lead

Default PortalLondon, GB - Remote
agileDesignuiscrumapijavacssjenkins

Default Portal is hiring a Remote Technical Test Lead

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:

1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.

2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.

3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.

Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Tester proficient in Java-based automation frameworks to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and functionality of our systems through the development and implementation of automated tests. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects across multiple teams, including ECMS, MSFR, and Data Migration.

Role: Test Lead
Location: UK (Remote)
Clearance: You must be a British Citizen or have been in the UK for 5+ Years

Core Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute tests and simulations to validate system functionality and performance.
  • Investigate defects or errors in applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions.
  • Design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks for API testing, UI automation, and data migration.
  • Collaborate with team members to enhance existing automation frameworks and develop new components as needed.
  • Identify quality issues, generate comprehensive reports, and propose strategies for improvement.
  • Participate in agile delivery methodologies, particularly Scrum, and contribute to sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Technical Requirements:

  • Strong experience with data migration processes and tools.
  • Proficiency in UI automation using Java-based frameworks such as Selenium.
  • Understanding of API automation principles and experience with SOAP and REST APIs.
  • Familiarity with automation pipelines, including Jenkins and GitLab.
  • Hands-on experience in creating automation scenarios and frameworks.
  • Knowledge of Postman and similar tools for API testing.
  • Experience with SOAPUI and JMeter is advantageous.
  • Proficient coding skills in Java or JavaScript.
  • Understanding of web technologies such as CSS, JS, and HTML.
  • Familiarity with the Page Object Model (POM) and Document Object Model (DOM).

Project Context: The team is currently in the data preparation stage, finalizing environments and preparing for migration tests. Functional test cases are ready and awaiting review. The incoming Automation Tester will contribute to ongoing projects across ECMS, MSFR, and Data Migration, playing a key role in enhancing and expanding our automation framework.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Citrix Testers x

Citrix Testers x 2

Please not these roles are Fulltime FTC, and you be required to take BPSS and SC Clearable. Occasional travel onsite required.

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled 2 Citrix Testers to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in testing and validating existing Citrix environments built by our incumbent team. This position requires a deep understanding of Citrix technologies and the ability to ensure robust and reliable environment setups.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Test and validate Citrix environments to ensure they meet the required standards and performance benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with the incumbent team to understand the existing environment setups and configurations.
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues within the Citrix environments, providing solutions and improvements as necessary.
  • Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and scenarios to rigorously test the functionality and performance of the Citrix environments.
  • Document test results, issues, and improvements, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide recommendations for optimizing and enhancing Citrix environments.
  • Ensure that all environments adhere to best practices and security standards.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • SFIA Level 4/5 or equivalent experience in Citrix development and environment testing.
  • Proven experience in working with Citrix technologies, including XenApp, XenDesktop, and Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
  • Strong understanding of virtualization technologies and protocols.
  • Experience in developing and executing test plans and scripts.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively document and communicate technical findings.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently as needed.
  • Familiarity with best practices in environment testing and validation.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Citrix Cloud services.
  • Knowledge of networking and storage solutions related to Citrix environments.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages for testing purposes.
  • Experience in working within agile project environments.

Education and Certifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant Citrix certifications (e.g., Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V), Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V) are highly desirable.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote AWS DevOps Engineer - SC

AWS DevOps Engineer


Work Pattern:Full Time/Permanent

Security Clearance: SC

The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

The Role:

We are searching for a skilled AWS DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable infrastructure solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role demands expertise in cloud architecture, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and a solid understanding of best practices for deploying and managing applications in AWS environments. The AWS DevOps Engineer will closely collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of software products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain AWS infrastructure solutions using services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, ECS, and others.
  • Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and release processes.
  • Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform to ensure consistency and reproducibility of environments.
  • Monitor and optimise system performance, reliability, and scalability of AWS resources.
  • Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues, working closely with development and operations teams.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, prioritise tasks, and drive project delivery.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest AWS services, tools, and best practices, and evaluate their potential impact on our infrastructure.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or similar role, with a focus on AWS cloud environments.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services and their capabilities, including but not limited to EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53, Lambda, and RDS.
  • Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or Amazon ECS.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Golang for automation tasks.
  • Hands-on experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus, or Grafana.
  • Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • AWS certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional are a plus.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Senior Tax Accountant (Remote)

We work to make the world of business and taxes come alive for creative entrepreneurs and their businesses! If we’ve done our job, these owners can breathe easy and sleep well at night knowing they’re in good hands. As a team, we focus on being socially conscious, staying young-at-heart, and always learning. We try to have fun and celebrate our humanity—while doing impeccable work, of course. ???? And we are always looking for new ways of doing things, improvements to our systems, and strategies to help our clients. Are you ready to revel in our growth while helping thousands of creative entrepreneurs along the way?

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you are an experienced accountant capable of accuracy across many clients. You know when to ask questions and are a skilled communicator when responding to client inquiries or reaching out to them for answers. You work efficiently, balancing speed with accuracy to ensure minimal errors on review of your work.

This is a full-time role at a fully remote firm (no going into the office!). There will be little to no overtime–even in tax season! Typical weekly responsibilities include:

  • assisting clients with our online organizer process
  • inputting some source document material into our tax software Ultratax
  • reviewing some returns completed by staff accountants
  • preparing and assembling 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S returns, including multi-state and self-employed returns
  • preparing and submitting extensions
  • researching tax issues
  • communicating with clients when there are questions about their returns
  • communicating with the Principal CPA on any questions that arise
  • updating our project management tool with the current status of these returns
  • passing along returns for final review to our Principal CPA
  • other projects that may come up including, but not limited to, sales tax filings; tax planning preparation; nexus assessments


You’ll have a flexible full-time schedule, be able to work-from-anywhere, and participate in company benefit programs. Compensation for this role starts at $75k/year.

Qualities to Bring to This Position:

  • You’re a get-it-done kind of person, and will ensure client deadlines are met and that we’re following through on our commitments
  • You understand what you know and what you don’t know – and aren’t afraid to ask for help
  • You’ll be an amazing communicator—making sure any soon-to-be missed deadlines are communicated about ahead of time
  • You’re super-comfortable working online, in cloud-based applications, and using a variety of software tools (with the appropriate training of course)
  • You’ll be able to balance being approachable yet professional in your communications—written and verbal
  • You’re an avid student of the latest in accounting rules, regulations, and guidelines—in fact, you geek out about it a little bit
  • You’re an accountant with 5+ years experience, the majority of which is in public accounting settings where you serve a variety of clients (preference given to small and mid-sized firm experience)
  • You’re comfortable in client-facing relationships and enjoy getting to know our clients’ businesses (and them as people too!)
  • You’ll be detail-oriented, avoiding spelling errors or other careless mistakes in your work
  • Your discretion is top-notch; our clients’ privacy and sensitive information are always protected
  • You’ve got a proactive attitude, and love finding new and better ways to help us get our work done well
  • You have experience with at least one type of professional tax software (Ultratax experience is a plus)
  • And you’ve used some sort of project management, task management, or practice management tool, so keeping track of your upcoming work and logging what you’ve done comes naturally to you

Thank you for considering the position and hope you’ll be interested in joining the Revel CPA team!

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Solution Architect – Primavera

About Us:

Amber Labs is a dynamic and innovative tech company that is at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution. We specialize in leveraging AWS technologies to create scalable and efficient solutions for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.

Solution Architect – Primavera

Please not this is a 2 Month FTC, with a option to extend, you will be required to undertake a BPSS Check

The role:

You will will be responsible for carve out and migration of four instances of the Primavera application. You will have experience of at least 2 lifecycles of Primavera implementation and architecture. Experience with migration of the Primavera application to a new data centre will be preferred. 5+ years experience with Primavera.


• Client management skills
• Good with verbal and written communication
• Oracle Primavera
• Oracle Database ( nice to have)
• Oracle WebLogic (nice to have)


Remote working with some travel is expected. Current engagement is for the Design phase with a view to extend into the Implementation.

Why Amber Labs

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the AWS ecosystem.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities and the chance to earn AWS certifications.
  • Flexible working hours and options for remote work.
  • A chance to make a significant impact in a fast-growing company.

What We Offer to You:

  • A prosperous future with opportunities for career growth within a partnership model that ensures everyone shares in the success of the business.
  • Comprehensive private health insurance plan through Aviva to prioritize employee well-being.
  • Fun rewards scheme with Perkbox, offering discounts and freebies on a variety of goods and experiences.
  • Support for employee career progression through funded training programs.
  • The chance to work in a supportive and growth-focused environment, learning from senior subject matter experts.
  • Competitive salary, excellent bonus, and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and programs, embracing the latest technologies and innovations.
  • An inclusive and collaborative team environment that values diversity and inclusion.
  • A platform to push your own ideas and deliver successful projects.
  • Promotes a good work/life balance and welcomes discussions about flexible working.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

How to Apply:

Please submit your most recent CV, including a contact number, along with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to provide application instructions. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, or sexual orientation. All applications will be assessed purely on merit, against the capabilities and competencies required to fulfil the position.

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E2E Data Lead (SAP)

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote E2E Data Lead (SAP)

About Us:

Amber Labs is a dynamic and innovative tech company that is at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution. We specialize in leveraging AWS technologies to create scalable and efficient solutions for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.


E2E Data Lead (SAP)

The role will be responsible for ensuring the design and implementation of a consistent and sustainable data model driving simplification and standardisation leveraging industry and technology best practice. The individual will be the key conduit between the business and BPT to ensure a harmonised data design, and ensure data management processes are in place to sustain the agreed CCEP quality standards going forward

Responsible for the following:

•Lead the Project / E2E Process master data management workstream activities aligned to the programme methodology

•Create and own the Data Management master plan, ensuring activities and deliverables are completed to time and quality

•Manage the design and definition of the CCEP target Enterprise Data Model (EDM) data standards for the Material master data object along with the Data Owners and Stewards

•Bring best practice approach, templates and tooling aligned to the Data Management workstream

•Ensure all inter-dependent design decisions and data specific risks, issues and dependencies are identified, documented and have clear ownership

•Define the QA data set and facilitate the Show & Tell demonstrator sessions

•Lead the data quality baseline assessment for the Material Master data object. Coordinate the legacy data profiling against target state Enterprise Data Model (EDM)

•Support the creation of the data migration strategy providing input into Scope, Business transformation mapping and Validation/Reconciliation rules providing the “guardrails” for detailed data migration planning

•Coordinate preparation for all data design requirements, and ensure they are reviewed and approved via the agreed Data Governance standards and processes

•Ensure the Enterprise Data Model (EDM) standards and architecture principles are adhered to through the project lifecycle

•Provide SME expertise to data assessment forums for data topics on non-initiatives to ensure maximum alignment with the target EDM

•Support definition of data validation and reconciliation business rules Requirements

The Data Lead will report into the Data Management Lead. You will lead the data workstream across the Material master data object working closely with the Data Steward, Data Architect and Data Migration Manager. Description, Leads the Data Management workstream for the Project / E2E Process data objects in alignment with the Data Steward, Data Architect, and System Implementation (SI) Partner. Experience managing Data Management end-to-end lifecycle on global / large scale SAP S/4HANA implementations. Track record leading the co-ordination of Data Management project activities and managing interdependencies across other key workstreams

•Experience managing Data Management end-to-end lifecycle on global / large scale SAP S/4HANA implementations

•Track record leading the co-ordination of Data Management project activities and managing interdependencies across other key workstreams

•Experience in leading enterprise data model definition and design

•Understanding of the best practice S/4HANA data model and data management tooling

•Experience in leading enterprise data model definition and design for multi-national companies (specific experience with Asset and Equipment - EAM / PM)

•Understanding of the best practice S/4HANA data design

•Responsible to lead the data design and analysis for the Finance GL, CC & PC (CoA) objects and hierarchies in scope for the programme.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

How to Apply:

Please submit your most recent CV, including a contact number, along with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to provide application instructions. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, or sexual orientation. All applications will be assessed purely on merit, against the capabilities and competencies required to fulfil the position.

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Lead DevOps Engineer

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Lead DevOps Engineer

Lead DevOps Engineer

Location:Remote - must be UK based

Work Pattern:Full Time/Permanent

Security Clearance: SC Clearable

The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

About the Role:

As a Lead DevOps Engineer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the stability, availability, and quality of our software applications and services. You will lead multiple cross-functional agile delivery teams, guiding and supporting DevOps Engineers to implement industry best practices and deliver products that meet our citizen services' needs efficiently.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership to a diverse team of employees, offering expert advice and resolving complex problems.
  • Collaborate with DevOps Engineers and key technical decision-makers to define and execute strategic delivery visions.
  • Drive technical evolution within the organisation, evaluating and adopting emerging technologies while prioritising user needs.
  • Act as a departmental representative, promoting Engineering and DevOps practices, standards, and processes.
  • Develop and support the Engineering capability by nurturing talent, shaping career paths, and recruiting new talent.
  • Foster relationships with stakeholders, ensuring security, stability, and capacity are integrated into citizen services' development and deployment.
  • Make high-level decisions impacting various work areas within the organisation.
  • Collaborate with seniors to address technical challenges, resource allocation, and skills gaps within technical teams.
  • Identify and mitigate risks, devising effective plans to address them.
  • Design and implement strategies for building a reusable DevOps toolchain.
  • Consult with senior stakeholders, providing thorough analysis and recommendations influencing decision-making processes.
  • Offer advice on problems arising from specific work programmes or changes in Departmental policy, making balanced recommendations.

Technical Requirements:

  • Proficiency in converting technical requirements into solutions.
  • Experience with Linux Operating Systems, specifically RHEL.
  • Strong scripting skills, particularly in Terraform.
  • Expertise in Configuration Management tools like Ansible.
  • Familiarity with Version control systems, especially Git.
  • Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment using GitLab CI.
  • Ability to modify, maintain, and evolve legacy systems and code.
  • Proficiency in standardising systems and code.
  • Experience with cloud applications, specifically AWS.
  • Skilful use and operation of tools including Bash, Python, Terraform, Ansible, NGINX, GitLab, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Experience in deploying, supporting, and patching systems.
  • Familiarity with APIs and Microservices.
  • Understanding of user testing methodologies.

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain standards, tools, and techniques within a team.
  • Strong understanding and application of modern standards and practices.
  • Experience in coaching and guiding others.
  • Proficiency in setting release policies and managing resources for effective systems integration.
  • Proven track record in anticipating and leveraging new digital technologies to enhance capability.
  • Excellent customer service skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective services.
  • Proactive management of risks and identification of solutions.
  • Commitment to compliance with legal, regulatory, and security requirements.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships and foster an inclusive working environment.
  • Effective decision-making skills, considering stakeholder needs and expectations.
  • Commitment to continuous self-learning and development, fostering a culture of learning within the team.

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Technical Delivery Manager

Job Title: Technical Delivery Manager

Location: London

Company: Amber Labs

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

Amber Labs is a dynamic and innovative tech company that is at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution. We specialize in leveraging AWS technologies to create scalable and efficient solutions for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and own project plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships and communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Conduct business analysis, workshops, and requirements capture sessions.
  • Lead process mapping exercises and contribute to the design process.
  • Coordinate testing activities, including test definition, execution, and managing the test plan.
  • Engage with third parties, including vendors and partners, as necessary.
  • Work within a commercial framework, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Maintain technical awareness, understanding basic High Level Designs, and staying updated on new technologies.
  • Support the development and rollout of various projects, including CEMAR Data Availability via the eCDE, NH Scoping and Plan adjustments, DP and Internal Access Portal Definition, and Off-the-shelf integrations.
  • Lead the progression and delivery of CP requirements and oversee the review and implementation of Data Protection digital elements.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience working with AWS services and technologies, including EC2, ECS, EKS, ECR, S3, Lambda, EFS, DynamoDB, RDS, KMS, ELB, Cognito, CodeDeploy, and VPC.
  • Proficiency in Python programming.
  • Knowledge of OIDC (OpenID Connect) for authentication and authorization.
  • Experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security best practices.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Ability to automate tasks using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are a plus.

Why Amber Labs

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the AWS ecosystem.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities and the chance to earn AWS certifications.
  • Flexible working hours and options for remote work.
  • A chance to make a significant impact in a fast-growing company.

What We Offer to You:

  • A prosperous future with opportunities for career growth within a partnership model that ensures everyone shares in the success of the business.
  • Comprehensive private health insurance plan through Aviva to prioritize employee well-being.
  • Fun rewards scheme with Perkbox, offering discounts and freebies on a variety of goods and experiences.
  • Support for employee career progression through funded training programs.
  • The chance to work in a supportive and growth-focused environment, learning from senior subject matter experts.
  • Competitive salary, excellent bonus, and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and programs, embracing the latest technologies and innovations.
  • An inclusive and collaborative team environment that values diversity and inclusion.
  • A platform to push your own ideas and deliver successful projects.
  • Promotes a good work/life balance and welcomes discussions about flexible working.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

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Default Portal is hiring a Remote Interaction / UX Designer

UX Designer

Permanent

Hybrid - Remote with occasional client site days

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.

Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:
1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.
2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.
3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value

As a UX Designer at Amber Labs, you'll be at the forefront of crafting exceptional user experiences. Your role involves analyzing product specifications and user expectations, conducting usability testing, creating interaction models based on research, and collaborating seamlessly with UI designers and developers. With your strong proficiency in design software and a keen eye for interaction design and information architecture, you'll contribute to innovative solutions that redefine user-centric design at Amber Labs while staying abreast of industry trends and competitor products. Join us in shaping the future of user-centered design.

Key responsibilities:

Analyze and meet product specifications and user expectations

Perform concept and usability testing and gather feedback

Use special personas based on user research results

Create right interaction models and evaluate their success

Build wireframes and prototypes around customer needs

Solve UX problems, such as usability or findability, using creative approach

Collaborate with UI designers to implement attractive designs

Discuss design ideas and prototypes with developers

Stay informed about competitor products and industry trends

Key requirements:

  • Demonstrable, recent experience of working on a UX Designer, UI Designer or other relevant position
  • Significant experience with design software and a solid portfolio of design projects
  • Excellent knowledge of interaction design and information architecture
  • Good knowledge of HTML/CSS; JavaScript is a plus
  • Experience in project management and research will be a bonus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with business-oriented approach
  • Strong communication skills
  • BSc in Design, Computer Science, Engineering or other related area

Benefits:

  • Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
  • Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
  • Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
  • Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
  • Participate in a generous employee referral program.
  • A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
  • Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

  • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
  • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
  • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
  • By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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