scrumconnect ltd

About the Company

Scrumconnect, an acclaimed consultancy firm, sets the gold standard in crafting sophisticated, user-centric software solutions underpinned by data-driven insights. Our robust software solutions have cast a global footprint, influencing over 50M individuals via 64 robust digital offerings. As trusted allies in public sector transformation, we've partnered with 20% of the top 75 Govt Services, yielding savings exceeding PS24 million for UK taxpayers.

Our mission is simple: transform public services into exceptional digital experiences. Our vision is far-sighted. Through digital channels, we aim to democratize public service access, ensuring convenience, wider accessibility, and cost efficiency. As we move forward, we envision ourselves to be an esteemed SME in UK public sector transformation, collaborating with at least 8 central government departments.

In the next 5 years, we aspire to grow by expanding our consulting business. We're dedicated to achieving a 99% Customer Net Promoter Score and plan to create 750 new jobs across the UK.

Our core values of openness, integrity, excellence, learning, and unwavering commitment guide us in every endeavor. As a testament to our work, we have bagged prestigious accolades- Special Award - Organisational Exit from Pandemic, 'Digital Transformation Project of the Year' at the UKIT Awards and the 'Digital, Data and Technology Award' at the Civil Service Awards.

Scrumconnect was born out of an identified gap in the digital transformation landscape. Traditional consultancies often overlooked key areas like design thinking, user-centric designing, customer experience, and product innovation. To disrupt this paradigm, we developed our unique model. We handpick high-performing teams for each project, streamlining talent acquisition and retention to deliver value swiftly and efficiently. Our success lies in this novel approach - bringing together the finest minds Join us at Scrumconnect, and be part of the revolution

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Company Name

scrumconnect ltd

Job Title

Accessibility Tester

Job Description

Role Overview
We are looking for an Accessibility Tester to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will ensure that digital services comply with accessibility standards, making them inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities. You will play a critical role in evaluating and improving the accessibility of GOV.UK digital services.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance Testing: Ensure compliance with accessibility standards such as WCAG 2.2 AA or AAA and Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018.
Assistive Technology Testing: Test compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies such as magnifiers, speech input, and braille output devices.
Audit & Evaluation: Conduct audits on web applications using a range of tools, both automated and manual, to assess accessibility compliance.
Issue Documentation & Remediation: Document accessibility issues, provide remediation guidance, and offer insight into the root causes of identified issues.
User Testing: Conduct user testing with individuals who have access needs identified in user personas to ensure digital services are fully inclusive.
Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date with the latest accessibility standards, tools, and technologies, including AI accessibility tooling, to continuously improve testing processes.
Required Skills & Experience
Communication Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively document findings and provide remediation guidance.
Ability to collaborate with developers, designers, and product teams to improve accessibility.
Technical Skills:
Familiarity with accessibility testing tools such as Axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, and NVDA/JAWS screen readers.
Experience in conducting both automated and manual accessibility audits.
Knowledge of HTML, ARIA, CSS, and JavaScript best practices for accessibility.
Understanding of inclusive design principles and their application in web development.
Experience working with WCAG guidelines and government digital accessibility standards.
Awareness of different agile methodologies and ability to work effectively in an agile, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualification Certificates:
CPACC, WAS, or other recognized accessibility certifications (or equivalent experience).
Security Clearance (BPSS and/or SC) or willingness to undergo the clearance process required to work on sensitive government projects.
Nice to Have Skills:
Experience of working in UK public sector engagements.
Familiarity with the GDS design system and user research methodologies.
Experience with AI-powered accessibility testing tools.
Knowledge of mobile accessibility testing for iOS and Android applications.

London, United Kingdom

On site

28-02-2025

Company Name

scrumconnect ltd

Job Title

Integration Tester

Job Description

Role Overview
We are looking for an Integration Tester to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will focus on validating end-to-end system integrations, ensuring that different components and services work seamlessly together. You will be responsible for identifying and resolving integration issues, supporting robust digital services for GOV.UK.
Key Responsibilities
Integration Testing: Design, develop, and execute integration test plans and cases to validate interactions between software components, services, and APIs.
API Testing: Conduct extensive API testing using tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or similar to verify request/response flows, error handling, and performance.
System Interoperability: Ensure smooth interoperability between different applications, third-party services, and Legacy systems.
Defect Identification & Resolution: Detect, document, and troubleshoot integration issues, working closely with developers and stakeholders to resolve defects efficiently.
Test Automation: Implement automated integration tests within CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard frameworks and tools.
Data Validation & Transformation: Validate data flows between integrated components, ensuring correctness, consistency, and compliance with business rules.
Performance & Load Testing: Assess system performance under different load conditions to ensure scalability and reliability of integrated services.
Compliance & Security Testing: Ensure integration solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements, particularly for GOV.UK services.
Required Skills & Experience
Communication Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills to document integration scenarios, report issues, and collaborate with development teams.
Ability to articulate testing strategies and integration approaches to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Technical Skills:
Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or REST-assured.
Proficiency in using test management tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, or TestRail.
Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks for integration testing.
Strong knowledge of SQL for validating data integrity across integrated systems.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
Understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
Experience with message queue services such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or AWS SQS.
Knowledge of security and authentication mechanisms such as OAuth, JWT, and SAML.
Awareness of different agile methodologies and ability to work effectively in an agile, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualification Certificates:
ISTQB Foundation Level Certification (or equivalent experience).
Security Clearance (BPSS and/or SC) or willingness to undergo the clearance process required to work on sensitive government projects.
Nice to Have Skills:
Experience of working in UK public sector engagements.
Familiarity with GDS standards and GOV.UK service design principles.
Performance testing experience using tools like JMeter or Gatling.
Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

London, United Kingdom

On site

28-02-2025

Company Name

scrumconnect ltd

Job Title

Data Architect - Contract

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Data Architect/Data Engineer to design, develop, and manage data solutions that align with business needs and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Java, SQL, Python, and Spark (PySpark & SparkSQL) while also being comfortable working with Microsoft Power Platform. Experience with Microsoft Purview is a plus.

The role requires strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will be responsible for data governance, data modelling, metadata management, and ensuring compliance with data standards.

Key Responsibilities

Data Architecture & Engineering
Design and implement scalable data architectures that align with business objectives.
Work with Java, SQL, Python, PySpark, and SparkSQL to build robust data pipelines.
Develop and maintain data models tailored to organizational needs.
Reverse-engineer data models from existing live systems.
Utilize Microsoft Power Platform for low-code data solutions.
Data Governance & Compliance
Ensure adherence to data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
Monitor and maintain compliance with data standards and security measures.
Develop and manage metadata repositories for accurate data tracking and integration.
Support data assurance processes and provide recommendations for compliance improvements.
Data Analysis & Communication
Conduct data profiling and analyze source systems to derive insights.
Translate business problems into data-driven designs and solutions.
Create visual presentations and reports to communicate insights to stakeholders.
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and advocate for data best practices.
Problem-Solving & Innovation
Identify and address data-related issues using analytical and problem-management techniques.
Explore innovative tools and methodologies for improving data processes.
Support strategic planning by aligning data solutions with business goals.
Analyze and mitigate the impact of data standard breaches.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong proficiency in Java, SQL, Python, SparkSQL, and PySpark.
Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, etc.).
Good understanding of data governance, metadata management, and compliance frameworks.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience in data modelling, data profiling, and source system analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in problem management.
Knowledge of data architecture principles and the ability to align them with business needs.

Nice To Have

Experience with Microsoft Purview for data governance and cataloging.
Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
Experience working in an Agile environment.

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge data technologies and contribute to innovative projects.
Collaborate with a team of experienced professionals in a dynamic environment.
Career growth opportunities with access to training and certifications.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

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London, United Kingdom

On site

06-03-2025

Company Name

scrumconnect ltd

Job Title

Test Engineer (SC Cleared)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Scrumconnect Consulting is seeking a SC Cleared QA Engineer (Automation & Manual) for a contract role. This position requires a highly skilled all-rounder who can perform both manual and automated testing while working with Azure cloud technologies, Terraform provisioning, and CI/CD pipelines.

The ideal candidate must have active SC clearance and hands-on experience in Azure Data Factory (ADF), Synapse Analytics, Python scripting, Terraform, and Azure DevOps.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Manual Testing
Design, develop, and execute manual & automated test cases for Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, and cloud data pipelines.
Create and maintain automation scripts using Python, PyTest, and Selenium.
Conduct end-to-end functional testing, including data validation, schema consistency, and API testing.
Cloud & Infrastructure Testing
Test Terraform-based infrastructure provisioning to ensure Azure resources (ADF, Synapse, Databricks, SQL) are deployed correctly.
Perform configuration and integration testing for cloud-based data services.
CI/CD & DevOps Testing
Validate Azure DevOps pipelines, release management workflows, and infrastructure deployments.
Identify and troubleshoot issues in build, deployment, and automated testing processes.
Performance & Security Testing
Conduct load & performance testing for Azure data pipelines.
Work with security teams to enforce cloud security best practices and compliance.
Collaboration & Documentation
Work closely with developers, data engineers, and DevOps teams to define test requirements.
Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and defect triage discussions.
Document test cases, automation scripts, and testing best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

SC Clearance (Mandatory) – Candidates without active SC clearance will not be considered.

QA Testing Experience: Strong background in manual & automated testing of cloud and data-driven applications.

Technical Skills

Automation Tools: Selenium, PyTest, Robot Framework, Postman (for API testing).
Scripting: Strong proficiency in Python for test automation.
Azure Technologies: Azure Data Factory (ADF), Synapse Analytics, SQL Databases, Databricks.
Terraform: Experience in validating Terraform changes for cloud provisioning.
DevOps & CI/CD: Azure DevOps, Git, YAML pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes.
Cloud Performance & Security Testing: JMeter, Locust, OWASP ZAP (preferred).

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with cross-functional teams.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Nice To Have

Experience with Big Data technologies (e.g., Spark, Delta Lake, Event Hubs).
Knowledge of AI-driven test automation frameworks.
Azure, ISTQB, or DevOps-related certifications

Why Join Scrumconnect Consulting?

Work with cutting-edge Azure cloud technologies and data platforms. Contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced agile team delivering high-impact solutions. Career growth opportunities with training, certifications, and learning initiatives. Competitive contract rates and flexible work arrangements.

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London, United Kingdom

On site

13-03-2025