To support the Data Science & Strategy (DSS) function in delivering numerous data initiatives supporting workstreams relating to IPF group change and governance processes and system developments as a key part of IPF’s data programme.  Working as an experienced AWS expert with DevOps experience implementing strategic data initiatives. Using your experience and expertise you’ll support complex data transformations to drive the development of data science, business intelligence and insights, ensuring the AWS infrastructure is Secure, performant and cost effective, as well ensuring development environments and pipelines are automated.  You’ll collaborate and work closely with interdepartmental teams to ensure the Data Lake adheres to internal infrastructure policies and drive a DevOps culture within development and service.   What you will be required to deliver in your new role? ·       Installation, configuration and maintenance of Cloud server environments for the purposes of development/testing, including supporting the creation of test data sets. ·       Conduct regular monitoring/audits and investigations of the AWS estate to identify cost control options and actions ·       Create Data Lake AWS access roles in line with company policy. ·       Liaise with Cloud Management team on AWS best practices, plan and implement them on the Data Lake. ·       Serve as AWS technical lead on Data Lake projects and support the upskilling of other team members on AWS   ·       Take ownership of Data Lake CI/CD pipelines. ·       Automating infrastructure build on AWS platform. ·       Manage the Data Lakes build and release process. ·       Instil and maintain best practices and usage of best of breed DevOps technologies and techniques. ·       Translation of functional specifications and story elaboration for the development of code/packages, based on in-house standards supporting data programme initiatives achieving agreed scope, data conformance and delivery plans. ·       Provision of estimates and timings to Delivery Manager for the creation and support of structured code and test criteria within work packages. ·       Match business requirements and technical specifications, developing appropriate solutions across multiple systems personally delivering solutions. ·       Willingness to learn new technologies and move between different technology stacks. ·       Documentation and contribution using online collaboration tools JIRA/Confluence/ Bitbucket. ·       Collaboration with third party suppliers and products, as well as in-country IT teams to identify and deliver appropriate technologies and solutions.   What skills are we looking for?   Qualifications: ·       Significant AWS Certified Architect/Developer or equivalent experience ·       DevOps experience (Desirable) ·       Degree qualified or equivalent (Desirable)   Skills: ·       Agile/iterative development frameworks. ·       Fluent English speaking. ·       Excellent verbal & written communication. ·       Analytically minded, abilities to develop insights from data sets. ·       Identify and resolve problems in a timely and prioritised manner.   Knowledge: ·       Demonstrable knowledge of Amazon Web Services and architecture. ·       Demonstrable knowledge of current DevOps practices and patterns. ·       Understanding of data, gained within data warehouse and/or data lake environments. ·       Knowledge of T-SQL and one or more languages of choice (Python, Poweshell, Java, Scala, Ruby, Javascript, C#). ·       Structured, semi-structured and unstructured data types and functional strengths/weaknesses. ·       Working knowledge of Change Management processes and Project Management methodologies. ·       Online collaboration tools JIRA/Confluence. ·       Financial services IT solutions. ·       IT industry and ways of working within multi-disciplinary teams.   Experience: ·       Working within agile/lean delivery teams and frameworks. ·       Demonstrable experience with Amazon Web Services data management technologies (Lambda, Aurora, Glue/ Athena, Kinesis, Cloudwatch, Route53, SageMaker, RDS, EC2, ALB). ·       Strong Hands-on experience in implementing security and governance on AWS. ·       Proven implementation and support of DevOps Pipelines. ·       Hands-on experience with CloudFormation, Chef, Puppet. ·       Able to work independently on multiple concurrent tasks in a highly dynamic environment with strong customer service skills, teaming skills and the ability to collaborate within a cross functional team. ·       Operating in an international environment. ·       Financial services would be highly beneficial. Other: You have a desire to work internationally and are willing and able to travel overseas for short periods  

Your purpose (in a nutshell) This role operates as Cloud Infrastructure Architect for International Personal Finance Group, accountable for strategic planning, design and delivery of cloud infrastructure components, which are being used by IPF Home Credit business. Support IPF in migrating its current service from traditional collocated IT into cloud based solutions. Accountability for defining, documenting and maintaining a European Cloud Infrastructure Services and Roadmap in accordance to business needs, IT Enterprise Architecture guidance, Cost and quality effectiveness and latest innovations in IT. Responsibility for delivering appropriate technology solutions across Cloud Infrastructure platforms and contribution to delivery of the Group IT Strategy. This role is 50% hands on.   You will be accountable for: Designing and delivering stable and highly available Cloud Infrastructure for IPF business –The scope includes: Public Cloud Infrastructure management (IaaS, PaaS), especially AWS Operating Systems on the VMs Backup, archiving, restoring of company data/systems management Network management Databases management Automation IaaS/PaaS deployment Scripting of the Cloud Infrastructure components deployment Work closely with Cloud System Administrators to make sure the environments are stable and fit for purpose Working closely with the SDMs from IT Operations to ensure adequate ITIL processes are implemented in managed cloud Infrastructure Hands on implementation of designed solutions Verification and impact assessments of all cloud Infrastructure change requests received Cooperating with other leaders to deliver agreed goals and roadmap which support the overall business Delivering the appropriate technology solutions in a variety of Cloud infrastructure technology areas Providing expert advice and consultation on the Cloud infrastructure implementation and support Working with third party suppliers and products, as well as in-country IT to identify and deliver appropriate IT Infrastructure technologies and solutions. Collaboration with other IT infrastructure teams and functions to provide technical solutions for infrastructure disaster recovery Participation in relevant IT governance bodies Analyzing risks related to cloud infrastructure components and providing appropriate mitigations What skills will you have?   Qualifications: Certified AWS Professional Architect is must Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent   Skills: Strong time management and communication, inclusive of ability to communicate with senior management Proven strategic thinking Effective organizational skills, negotiating and influencing skills Experienced at working in international, multi-vendor situations Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work remotely and largely unsupervised, and to deliver to written requirements Managing complex change processes   Knowledge: Extensive understanding of technology and architecture standards Strong knowledge of AWS Cloud IT Infrastructure and security solutions Strong understanding of the IT industry trends Strong knowledge of the latest solutions and approaches in the world of information technology ITIL understanding Practical knowledge of IT Project management Delivery of IT solutions for a medium or large organization   Experience: At least 2 year of experience in AWS Cloud IT Infrastructure role At least 2 years of experience in working in International disbursed teams Driving the design and delivery of IT Infrastructure services Experienced at working in international, multi-vendor situations Proven experience in managing IT Infrastructure You must be legally to work in the UK, please note we are unable to support visa sponsorship.

You will be responsible for supporting the Group IT Finance Business Partner in working closely with key non-finance stakeholders across the business, with a primary focus on IT and Project delivery (Strategic Projects and IT Transformation). You will work with the relevant finance teams in both the UK and international markets to contribute to the review of monthly performance, prepare reporting to senior management and assist in aspects of financial modelling and analysis of strategic investments and aspects of IT Transformation.  You will be formulating partnerships across the global IT function; partnering with and leveraging a network of local market finance teams.   You will be accountable for: Partnering with key internal stakeholders on BAU and Project spend in the UK. This requires working closely with the UK Finance Reporting team. Developing close partnerships with local market Finance teams to track and understand the wider pan-European/Mexican costs and benefits associated with IT. Assisting in the presentation of monthly management accounts analysis, particularly around the IT cost base and associated risks and opportunities to the senior team (finance and non-finance) working closely with the Group IT Finance Business Partner. Responsible for helping in the E2E journey for preparing and reviewing annual Budgets and Reforecasts in the UK with a link into the Markets helping co-ordinate, consolidate and review the overall Group IT position. Support development of business cases, working with Group Change team to provide and review financial management of projects and benefits realisation Support overseas finance teams on best practices with an emphasis on streamlining processes where possible given legacy processes and cultural differences. Liaising closely with in-country finance teams and other relevant central functions such as Group FPA to ensure that project activities are co-ordinated and actioned effectively. Ensuring effective and regular communication of project proposals and progress reports, obtaining guidance and approval as required to advance activities and resolve issues Recommending actions based on your analysis and appraisal to the appropriate stakeholder. Requirements of the Role Qualifications: Recognised accounting qualification ACA / CIMA / ACCA Post Qualified experience desirable Knowledge: Strong demonstrable numeracy skills at appropriate level Highly commercial mind-set and capability Ability to digest information and relate to the task at hand Skills: Strong interpersonal communication skills including influencing and presenting skills Effective organisation, prioritisation and time management Excellent analysis and problem solving skills Excellent PC Skills (MS office), particularly in Excel (use of formulas and pivots etc) Ability to prepare reports and recommendations Fluent English written and verbal communication skills Flexible approach, to ensure deadlines are met and overseas support is delivered as required The ability to manage resource effectively – i.e. people/tasks/time etc. Experience: Experience of communicating at all levels Experience of business partnering in a project environment with non-finance stakeholders would be advantageous Experience of working in a fast paced dynamic environment A proven track record of being able to work autonomously when required Other: Some overseas travel may be required as part of the role. Essential Criteria   Recognised accounting qualification ACA / CIMA / ACCA Effective communication skills – including the ability to give feedback, influence stakeholders and possess effective presentation skills Experience of business partnering in a project environment with non-finance stakeholders ideal. The ability to work in a fast paced multi-cultural environment. Conscientious with a positive outlook always looking to solve problems by implementing sustainable solutions.