Norton Blake

Company Name: Norton Blake
Job Title: AI Product Manager
Job Description: Job Title: AI Product Manager
Location: Fully Remote
Salary:£80,000 to £85,000 per annum
My client are an innovative startup focused on leveraging cutting-edge AI technology. Their team is passionate about creating intelligent solutions that solve real-world problems and deliver tangible value to our users.
Role Overview:
As an AI Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in defining and driving the development of AI-powered products. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, engineers, designers, and business leaders, to translate product visions into actionable AI-driven solutions. In a fast-paced startup environment, you'll be a key player in shaping the future of our AI offerings and ensuring they meet user needs and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the product life cycle from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
Collaborate with technical teams to define AI product requirements and prioritise features based on impact and feasibility.
Analyse market trends, user feedback, and competitor products to inform product strategy and improvements.
Develop and maintain a product roadmap for AI-based products, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term vision.
Work closely with data scientists and engineers to refine models, ensure proper integration, and monitor product performance post-launch.
Communicate product vision, progress, and results to stakeholders and leadership.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Product Manager, ideally in AI/tech-focused products or a related field.
Strong understanding of AI technologies (machine learning, NLP, computer vision, etc.) and how they apply to product development.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
Passion for innovation and willingness to wear multiple hats in a startup setting.
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England, United Kingdom

On site

26-02-2025

Company Name: Norton Blake
Job Title: Lead Java Developer, Hybrid, Edinburgh, Finance, GCP
Job Description: Lead Java Developer, Hybrid, Edinburgh, Finance, GCP

My client, a household name in finance, is searching for a GCP Lead Java Developer to join a dynamic team working on cutting-edge applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work on enterprise-level projects, leveraging the latest technologies in Java, Spring Boot, and API development.

Location: 3 days on-site in Edinburgh, rest remote
Rate: £460 per day
Contract: 3months +
Inside IR35

Key Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and optimise Java-based applications using Spring Boot
Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for scalable solutions
Ensure code quality, security, and best practices are followed
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a fast-paced environment
Work with cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps tools (preferred)
Key Skills & Experience:
Strong commercial experience in Java (Java 8+)
Expertise in Spring Boot & Microservices architecture
API Development & Integration (RESTful, SOAP, GraphQL, etc.)
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Automation expertise
Basic knowledge of React
Lead Java Developer, Hybrid, Edinburgh, Finance, GCP

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

On site

26-02-2025

Company Name: Norton Blake
Job Title: Head of Automation Testing
Job Description: About Us:
We are an innovative engineering AI Soltions organization dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions across our three value streams. We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead the creation, implementation, and optimization of our testing processes, with a strong focus on Automation and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD). This role will ensure that our testing efforts align with our goals of shifting quality left, streamlining our processes, and building a sustainable, scalable testing function across our teams.Role Overview:
As a Test Manager, you will be responsible for leading the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of our quality assurance efforts. With a focus on Automation and BDD, you will guide our teams in building robust test suites, establishing effective testing practices, and driving the adoption of automated testing within the CI/CD pipeline. This role will involve hands-on leadership, mentoring, and support to ensure that quality is integrated throughout the software development life cycle while mitigating the risks of over-reliance on specific team members.Key Responsibilities:

Define and Lead Test Strategy:
Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive test strategy, with a strong emphasis on BDD and test automation.
Establish and drive shift-left testing practices to catch defects early in the development life cycle.
Create a robust test automation framework, including tools, processes, and standards, to be used across multiple development teams and value streams.
Manage and oversee the integration of automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure efficient, continuous delivery.
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and mentor a growing team of QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Provide guidance on BDD, automated testing, and best practices for writing effective, maintainable test scripts.
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure testing efforts are aligned with business goals and user requirements.
Collaboration and Process Integration:
Work closely with cross-functional teams to define acceptance criteria and ensure test coverage is complete and accurate.
Ensure that testing is integrated into sprint planning, development, and deployment cycles, with effective communication across teams.
Provide ongoing support for teams in establishing best practices and overcoming challenges related to test automation and quality assurance.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
Continuously evaluate and improve testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies to stay aligned with evolving industry trends and best practices.
Identify gaps in testing coverage, tools, or processes and implement solutions to address them.
Encourage the adoption of new technologies and approaches that improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and maintainability of the testing function.
Quality Assurance Metrics and Reporting:
Define and track key quality metrics (eg, test coverage, defect leakage, automation effectiveness) to measure the success and impact of the QA efforts.
Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders on the progress and health of the testing function.
Cross-Team Support and Knowledge Sharing:
Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration, enabling teams to learn from each other and continuously improve.
Organize and lead regular training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events on BDD and test automation best practices.
Key Requirements:

Experience:
Proven experience as a Test Manager or Lead QA Engineer with a strong focus on test automation and BDD.
Strong background in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) using tools like Cucumber, SpecFlow, Behave, or similar.
Hands-on experience in leading the adoption and integration of automated testing in CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with test automation frameworks, tools, and Scripting languages (eg, Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, etc.).

London, United Kingdom

On site

26-02-2025

Company Name: Norton Blake
Job Title: AI Solution Architect (Java)
Job Description: AI Solution Architect (Java), Remote/London, £704/day (Inside IR35)
Our client, a leading digital consultancy are currently looking to bring on a Solution Architect to join one of their big financial end clients on a 6 month initial project.
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in Java microservices, AI, ML Ops, and system integrations to join our team in building the Responsible AI layer as a SI layer for IBM Watson. This position will involve designing and implementing a comprehensive API-based data exchange layer between multiple systems, including ML Ops platforms, Service Now, and other enterprise tools.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in architecting solutions, scoping, and designing complex systems that align with business objectives, while ensuring scalability, security, and performance. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure that the solution meets both functional and non-functional requirements.
Core Responsibilities:
* Solution Architecture Design:
o Lead the design and development of the Responsible AI layer for IBM Watson, ensuring it is scalable, secure, and efficient.
o Work closely with senior stakeholders to define and scope the architecture of the entire system, focusing on creating an API-based data exchange layer between various systems (eg, ML Ops platforms, Service Now, and other enterprise tools).
o Design microservice architectures using Java that can support AI/ML workflows and facilitate seamless integration across systems.
* AI & ML Ops Integration:
o Contribute to the integration of AI/ML models into enterprise systems, ensuring that responsible AI principles are Embedded throughout the architecture.
o Leverage ML Ops best practices to build a scalable, automated, and reproducible ML pipeline for AI models, from development to deployment.
* API Management:
o Oversee the design and implementation of API layers to support communication and data exchange between various internal and external systems.
o Ensure that APIs are well-documented, versioned, and adhere to industry standards for performance, security, and scalability.
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London, United Kingdom

On site

27-02-2025

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