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1 IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston Vacancies for experienced hires Background Who are we : The IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC) is a wholly owned and new subsidiary of IBM and the newest of these centres is located in Preston, Lancashire. Other UK locations include Leicester (head office), Hursley and the Thames Valley, with additional centres across Europe. The opportunity we are providing you : You will join a fast-paced and dynamic community created to deliver high-value technical services to clients. Buzzing with invention, innovation and a pioneering spirit, it feels like an entrepreneurial start-up, but with the support of the world's largest IT and consulting services company. Not afraid to test yourself and work under strict and sometimes pressured timelines, you will bring a strong work ethic but your own identity and value to enable you to be part of high performing teams that deliver excellent client value from day one. What you can expect : You can expect a competitive salary for the North West, investment in the right individual in a multitude of challenging career paths, investment in your skills that grow your career in an accelerated fashion, a collaborative and dynamic working environment and opportunities to test yourself in a fast paced industry that will give you exposure to senior IBM CIC and client staff. CIC Preston is hiring experienced professionals in the following areas of expertise for upcoming project roles: 1. Project Manager 1. 2 Back End Java Developer 2. UI & UX Developers 3. Front end Developers 4. Performance Test Specialist 5. Agile QA Test specialists 6. Scrum Master If you are applying as a recent graduate (have graduated within the last 24 months), please refer to our listing of graduate vacancies.

2 Start date and salary New starters are recruited on a monthly basis. Salaries range from 25,700-52,600 and are dependent on the applicant s area of expertise and the breadth and depth of experience. About the vacancies These vacancies are offered as 23 month fixed term contract. All applicants must be: UK nationals OR hold a UK work permit or visa valid for a two year period prior to applying Have been resident in the UK for the last five years (with no gap) How you will be assessed Send a CV and a separate cover letter (in Word) explaining in not more than 500 words how you meet the criteria, as well as outlining current salary and notice period to: pres_cic@uk.ibm.com. Please include the job reference quoted in the subject heading and cover letter. How candidates are assessed: Candidates will need to complete a screening call, online test and if successful, attend an assessment centre (run monthly). Job title and Project Manager reference Salary Range 31,100-44,600 Job description Skills & Experience IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking for experienced project managers with a technical backgrounds to join the project management team in areas such as: application delivery, systems integration, release or transition management respectively. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries. The roles will involve managing numerous aspects of project delivery in a highly customer-focused environment and working in tandem with other project leaders and technical delivery teams. Successful candidates will either have a computer science/stem degree and come from a technical background (such as software development, test or support) or come from a robust project management background and hold a degree of any discipline. Degrees must be 2:2 or above. All candidates will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in managing end to end complex IT related project cycles through to successful outcome, as well as the ability to achieve results collaborating with and managing a range of stakeholders and project teams.

3 Candidates will also be able to indicate extensive knowledge and successful application of one or more PM methodologies including: Agile/SCRUM; PRINCE2; Manage Successful Programmes (MSP); or PMP, amongst others. Ideal candidates will have proven PM skills and applied knowledge in all aspects of project delivery life-cycles (planning, risk and financial management, delivery and review) and illustrate strong leadership and people management skills. The project roles will be varied and individuals should therefore demonstrate a breadth of capability and evidence of the following: Establish and align policies, procedures, standards and frameworks to business need Understand project vision and create detailed project plans and forecasts to align accordingly Devise, develop and disseminate comprehensive project management tools and practices with stakeholders Perform detailed risk and issue assessments and mitigation strategies Ensures teams are in alignment with project and/or track deliverables and manage and or guide support staff through to achieve results Facilitate PMO governance, including project reviews Provide accurate reports on financials, delivery against targets and resource Devise and maintain accurate budgets and forecasts Pro-actively identify and troubleshoot project issues Provide technical input and content to project delivery (as appropriate) Candidates will also display: Excellent analytical and complex problem solving skills Professional and results oriented approach Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with all stakeholders Excellent written, oral and presentation skill A flexible approach to work and a 'can do' attitude, prioritising to meet operational and client needs Nurturing and supportive leadership and management style

4 Job title and reference Java Developer (back end) Salary Range Developer 25,700-33,800 Lead Developer 36,500-52,600 Job description Skills & Experience IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking for experienced individuals to work within a dynamic software developer role (Java applications) and join our rapidly expanding team of Developers. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms. The role involves development of innovative software for use in diverse business sectors. Development will be for specific systems or a range of computer platforms and mobile devices for Linux and Microsoft environments. The role includes participation in design, build, test, deployment and support using object oriented programming languages and tools to deliver a range of solutions for front and back office enterprise, mobile apps and web based applications. Candidates will have a degree in Computer Science or other related IT degree with a 2:2 classification or above. Candidates will have proven knowledge and a track record of application development in Java (J2SE/J2EE), Databases (Oracle, SQL), Unix and IDEs (Eclipse). Key skills & Attributes A Back end developer- Enables the server-side core functionality of highly interactive web and mobile applications by orchestrating page flow, developing web services and performing database integration for highly interactive web and mobile applications. Leverages languages, protocols and tools such as Java, Ruby, Perl, HTTP, SOAP, Rest web services, Python, Bash, Git, various APIs and database technologies to design, develop and integrate applications. Typically has experience with a variety of platforms including CMS, ecommerce, CRM, Cloud and CDN. Back End Development. As well as having excellent communication, analytical, and problem solving skills and a clear client focus, ideal candidates will demonstrate their ability to: Build software from high level design Component test software to verify correctness

5 Adapt software and react to change Support testing and implementation across the software pipeline (SDLC) Help in analysis of client specifications Candidates will also display: An ability to pro-actively take ownership of and resolve problems as and when they arise A flexible approach to work and a 'can do' attitude The aptitude to rapidly acquire new skills The ability to work constructively as part of a team Job title and reference Java Developer (Front end) Salary Range Developer 25,700-33,800 Lead Developer 36,500-52,600 Job description Skills & Experience IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking for experienced individuals to work within a dynamic Front end software developer role (Java applications) and join our rapidly expanding team of Developers. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms. The role involves development of innovative software for use in diverse business sectors. Development will be for specific systems or a range of computer platforms and mobile devices for Linux and Microsoft environments. The role includes participation in design, build, test, deployment and support using object oriented programming languages and tools to deliver a range of solutions for front and back office enterprise, mobile apps and web based applications. Your responsibilities will include: Leveraging modern tools and techniques to promote bestpractices for code standards Specifying, building, testing, deploying, maintaining, and supporting your code Identifying and addressing design, development, and delivery performance bottlenecks Coaching, educating, and advocating front end development

6 Understanding user needs, and exploring user-centered designs Quickly generate Prototypes Skills Required: Semantic HTML, modular CSS, and JavaScript (JQuery, d3.js, three.js, WebGL, Canvas, JSON) Cross-browser quirks and compatibility Mobile-first, content driven responsive design and development Progressive enhancement Leveraging APIs Testing and resolving performance concerns Building a11y and i18n ready user interfaces Team Git workflow and version control Scrum/agile software development methodologies Unix shell and command line tools Preferred Skills: Templating Languages (Handlebars.js, Dust.js, Swig, Jade, EJS, etc ) CSS preprocessors (Sass, Less, Stylus, etc ) JavaScript MVC frameworks (React, Backbone, AngularJS, Ember, etc ) Knowledge of emerging Web standards (Web Components, ECMAScript 6, HTTP/2, etc ) Native mobile development Browser networking (HTTP, WebSockets, WebRTC, etc ) Continuous delivery toolchain Package managers (NPM, Bower, etc ) Visual or user experience design Translates graphic visual and interactive designs into the presentation layer for highly interactive web and mobile applications using responsive design and development techniques. Develops prototypes and performs hands-on coding to develop and integrate the application user interface, leveraging technologies such as CSS3, HTML5, PHP, Javascript and associated frameworks, AJAX, JSON, jquery, Dojo, and various APIs. Front End Development.

7 Required technical experience 4+ years developing with HTML, CSS, JavaScript 2+ years delivering high performing, accessible, responsive sites Open source contributions and community participation Advanced knowledge in Node.js-based toolchain Advanced knowledge in unit, behavioural, and end-to-end testing Job title and reference UI & UX Developers Salary Range Developer 25,700-33,800 Lead Developer 36,500-52,600 Job description Skills & Experience IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking for experienced individuals to work within a dynamic software developer role and join our rapidly expanding team of Developers. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms. The role involves development of innovative software for use in diverse business sectors. Development will be for specific systems or a range of computer platforms and mobile devices for Linux and Microsoft environments. The role includes participation in design, build, test, deployment and support using object oriented programming languages and tools to deliver a range of solutions for front and back office enterprise, mobile apps and web based applications. UI Developer Candidates will have a degree in Computer Science or other related IT degree with a 2:2 classification or above. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with business users to gather functional requirements. Work with client architect/senior developers to do high level/low level design/architecture. Coding and implementation using best practices to produce high performing/scalable/secured modules. Unit Testing/Integration Testing. Code Configuration and Release Management. Production Support and Bug Fixes.

8 REQUIREMENTS: 2 years of professional software development experience Experience on code bases greater than 2 million lines of code Understanding of Functional Programming Concepts Ability to visualize data UI interface and create custom UI components Knowledge and experience using a UI mock up toll such as Adobe Illustrator Relational SQL experience with large data sets, views and stored procedures Document Database Experience using Map Reduce Ability to start green field projects and propose designs Experience architecting high performance multi-tier systems Experience writing code that deals with extremely large sets of data Angular.JS, Bootstrap.JS, Node JS, Javascript HTML5, CSS, LESS Queuing technologies: Rabbit, IBM MQ, ZeroMQ, MSMS MQ, Signal R, Redis Demonstrate proficiency with unit testing with one or more of the following technologies: Jasmine, nunit, xunit Understanding of Functional Programming Concepts (Erlang, Haskell, or F#) UX Developer You will bring a deep understanding of one or more application platform technologies (Visual Studio, Windows apps, Azure, Windows Phone) and strong working knowledge of HTML5, CSS Pre Processors, and modern JavaScript Libraries such as Knockout. You will manage the content deliverables from the beginning - making wireframes and design comps and teaching the customer to create usable code that they utilize as they become more selfsufficient. You will work with design teams and the client to set expectations for what can be created in varying and reasonable time frames. Your ability to take constructive feedback, design user test cases, and consider responsive design is a must. This role requires the ability to engage in effective dialog with business and technology decision makers. You must have strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills. You understand the relationship between content, technology and design, and have a pragmatic outlook in

9 balancing technical constraints with the product s purpose and the expectations of its intended users. Since this is a client-facing role, your strong presentation and communication skills will be required. Required Skills Expert understanding of core front-end web technologies (.NET, JavaScript, WPF/XAML, HTML, CSS) Solid experience developing with JavaScript/HTML/CSS/XAML Ability to write high-performance, reusable code Successful mobile applications in Windows Mobile, ios or Android Experience troubleshooting cross-browser compatibility issues Experience in a commercial environment; pragmatic, down to earth approach Experience with data-driven product development: analytics, A/B testing, etc Empathy for the end user and should have understanding of UCD process Knowledge of version control systems (TFS preferred, Git good to have) Desired Skills Work well with a design team and clients to deliver projects Ability to take design comps, wireframes, etc. and transform into functioning prototypes and deliverable code Expertise in eliciting and receiving feedback, then making necessary changes Developing bleeding-edge designs that can be implemented & supported Setting expectations with designers regarding realistic implementation of design Writing test cases and interacting effectively with test teams Guiding the user acceptance testing process Coordinating work with global delivery teams Knowledge in Microsoft technologies, like Visual Studio, SharePoint, Blend, TFS Experience with front end automation/build tools like Grunt JS, NPM BOTH UI &UX DEVELOPER Candidates will also display: An ability to pro-actively take ownership of and resolve problems as and when they arise A flexible approach to work and a 'can do' attitude

10 The aptitude to rapidly acquire new skills The ability to work constructively as part of a team Job title and reference Performance Test Specialist (REF_PRES_TST2) Salary Range Performance Test Specialist 25,700-33,800 Test Managers/Technical Test Leads 36,500-52,600 Job description IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking talented, experienced test specialists and Technical test leads to work within our dynamic and rapidly expanding software test team. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms. The role involves requirement analysis, testing and test environment configuration. You will liaise with clients and development teams and able to do functional and non functional type testing. Experience of Performance testing is favourable. Testing will follow standard methodologies and procedures for a range of solutions including front- and back-office enterprise, mobile apps and web based applications. Projects will vary in nature between: development, maintenance and support; and involve working on implementations, upgrades, releases and patches of software packages, as well as bespoke applications. Skills & Experience The Test Performance Analyst role will see you writing and executing test scripts using your understanding of technical documentation and automated test tools to the full. You will focus on testing of Performance, Security, Load and Capacity, Networks and Infrastructure. This position calls for a proactive approach, a clear mind and the ability to work to very high standards. You should also have a passion for the business and pay great attention to detail. Experience of defect management processes, the understanding of best practices in testing and the ability to suggest innovative ways forward following outcomes of testing are needed.

11 Responsibilities within this role can include: A Degree preferred but not essential. Candidates must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and hold a British or EU Passport. Essential experience In performance testing: Applied Ability to communicate with clients at every level: Applied Experience building strong client relationships and establishing credibility: Applied Ability to translate between business and technical viewpoints: Applied In at least one performance test tool: Applied Broad technical experience with database and middleware technologies, operating systems and development languages : Applied English: Fluent Job title and reference Agile QA Testers (REF_PRES_TST3) Salary Range Agile QA Test Specialist 25,700-33,800 Agile QA Test Managers/Technical Test Leads 36,500-52,600 Job description IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking talented, experienced test specialists and Technical test leads to work within our dynamic and rapidly expanding software test team. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms. The role involves requirement analysis, testing and test environment configuration. You will liaise with clients and development teams and able to do functional and non-functional type testing. Experience of Performance testing is favourable. Testing will follow standard methodologies and procedures for a range of solutions including front- and back-office enterprise, mobile apps and web based applications. Projects will vary in nature between: development, maintenance and support; and involve working on

12 implementations, upgrades, releases and patches of software packages, as well as bespoke applications. Skills & Experience The Test Performance Analyst role will see you writing and executing test scripts using your understanding of technical documentation and automated test tools to the full. You will focus on testing of Performance, Security, Load and Capacity, Networks and Infrastructure. This position calls for a proactive approach, a clear mind and the ability to work to very high standards. You should also have a passion for the business and pay great attention to detail. Experience of defect management processes, the understanding of best practices in testing and the ability to suggest innovative ways forward following outcomes of testing are needed. Responsibilities within this role can include: Gather both technical and non-technical requirements and creates specification, design and other system development life-cycle documentation Interact with internal team members to assure that the system specifications are clearly communicated and documented Create test cases and test scripts Execute test plans and produce test summary reports Work with the development team to communicate defects and provide details related to the steps associated with each defect Mandatory Qualifications (Education, Certifications, Experience, Skills): 2+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or related job Run regression tests and document findings Create test summary results Ability to create test plans, test cases, create test scripts, track test results and create test reports. Proficient with software testing methodologies and techniques, such as front-end functional testing, system integration testing, performance and load testing Ability to create design documents, user guides and other training material Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail Excellent communications skills

13 Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field Desired Qualifications (Education, Certifications, Experience, Skills): Agile/scrum and waterfall methodologies experience Experience working with the Federal Government Experience working on Business Intelligence solutions Experience working with Business Objects and SAP Dashboards Willingness to acquire knowledge of new technologies to solve quality problems A Degree preferred but not essential. Candidates must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and hold a British or EU Passport. Essential experience Ability to communicate with clients at every level: Applied Experience building strong client relationships and establishing credibility: Applied Ability to translate between business and technical viewpoints: Applied In at least one performance test tool: Applied Broad technical experience with database and middleware technologies, operating systems and development languages: Applied English: Fluent Job title and reference Scrum Master Salary Range 36,500-52,600 Job description IBM Client Innovation Centre Preston are looking talented and, experienced Scrum Master to work within our dynamic and rapidly expanding software test team. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain exposure to different industries and client platforms.

14 We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master who possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to join the IBM Business Transformation / Information Technology. The Scrum Master will help with the introduction and adoption of Agile Development and facilitate the team's work to accelerate delivery of business value. Skills & Experience Responsibilities Help with the introduction and adoption of Agile values, principles, methods and practices Facilitate operational work in a transparent, collaborative manner using the Scrum or similar framework Help the organization improve its Agile practice Teach Scrum teams to be more productive and to produce higher quality products Help Scrum teams understand and use self-management and crossfunctionality Work with Scrum teams to remove impediments blocking the completion of work or commitments Foster communication and productive relationships with Product Owners, team members and other stakeholders Maintain and share an up-to-date awareness of industry trends, best practices and explore new tools that would benefit our Agile practice Desired Qualifications (Education, Certifications, Experience, Skills): Agile/scrum and waterfall methodologies experience Experience working with the Federal Government Experience working on Business Intelligence solutions Experience working with Business Objects and SAP Dashboards Willingness to acquire knowledge of new technologies to solve quality problems Candidates will also display: An ability to pro-actively take ownership of and resolve problems as and when they arise A flexible approach to work and a 'can do' attitude The aptitude to rapidly acquire new skills The ability to work constructively as part of a team