Kubernetes Engineer Inside IR35 - 6 months + Contract Banking/Financial Services Remote options available About the Role: We're looking for a Kubernetes Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Kubernetes implementation, architecture, and migrations. You'll work with a variety of tools including K8S, Spark, Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD to manage infrastructure and ensure observability. Required Skills: Kubernetes implementation and migration Spark, S3, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD Hadoop, Linux/RHEL (on-prem/container management) Observability (Grafana/Elasticsearch) Kubernetes security Nice to Have: OpenTelemetry Argo

DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes) | (Inside IR35) | 6-month initial contract | Fully Remote Industry: Financial Services Location: London Job Type: Contract - Full-time Cititec Talent has partnered with a financial services consultancy to find a hands-on DevOps/Kubernetes Engineer. The financial institution is assembling a high-performing team to modernise its data provisioning technology, transitioning from on-premises systems to a Kubernetes-based microservices environment. In this role, you'll be pivotal in shaping the design and implementation of a robust software stack for large-scale batch processing. You'll work across physical Servers, virtual machines, and cloud systems, driving the evolution of data architecture. Key Responsibilities: Lead the migration from Hadoop to a modern Kubernetes environment. Architect, implement and optimise ETL pipelines and batch processing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure data solutions. Establish best practices and ensure observability for efficient operations. Requirements: Experience in the banking sector or a closely related financial industry is essential. Proven expertise in Kubernetes, including implementation, architecture, hands-on migration, and ensuring secure deployment and operation. Strong knowledge of batch processing with Spark. Expertise in cloud storage solutions, particularly the S3 engine. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible. Hands-on experience with automation and deployment processes through CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with managing large data clusters using Hadoop. Experience with on-premises systems and container management using Linux/RHEL.

Senior Developer (C#/.NET) Commodities and Trading Platforms Full time, permanent London, UK Key Responsibilities: Work within an Agile project team to design and develop robust enterprise-wide solutions that meet technical specifications and design requirements. Develop and optimise Back End systems using C# and .NET technologies, with a focus on APIs and Middleware integration. Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices to support scalable and secure application architectures. Specialise in Middleware technology using C#, FIX messaging, XML, and AMQ, ensuring seamless communication across trading platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop robust solutions tailored to the commodities trading and risk management domain. Provide direction on architecture design, release management, code reviews, and unit testing within the team to maintain high standards of delivery and code quality. Create and update documentation as required and ensure effective communication with users and other IT teams. Key Requirements: Proven Experience: Strong background in Back End development, with hands-on experience in C# and .NET frameworks. Commodities Expertise: Significant experience in a commodities trading environment, particularly with derivative products from exchanges and broker platforms such as ICE, CME, NASDAQ, Trayport, and TT. Knowledge of trading products like oil, gas, power, and carbon is highly valued. API Development: Expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservice architectures. Middleware Technologies: Practical experience with FIX messaging, XML, and AMQ. Trading Platforms: Experience with trading platforms and integration with enterprise systems. Agile Methodologies: Delivery-focused with a solid understanding of Agile practices, including test-driven development and testing infrastructures. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present practical and pragmatic solutions to business problems. Additional Skills: Familiarity with nHibernate, OData, and Test-Driven Development. Tools: Experience with Agile development tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Crucible. Exposure to scheduling tools like ActiveBatch or Autosys is beneficial.

Senior Front Office Support Analyst | £750 per day (Inside IR35) | London | 4 days in office Industry: Trading Location: London (4 Days in Office, 1 Day Remote) Job Type:Contract We are seeking a Senior Front Office Support Analyst for a leading commodities trading firm. In this pivotal role, you will provide 1st and 2nd line support for trading applications, ensuring seamless operations and optimizing workflows for the trading floor. Acting as the bridge between technology and business, you will work closely with traders and critical users to maintain and enhance tools and systems, addressing technical challenges and enabling operational efficiency in a dynamic Front Office environment. Responsibilities Deliver 1st and 2nd line support for trading platforms such as Trayport, ICE and Bloomberg. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, minimising disruption to trading activities. Address performance bottlenecks in Excel workflows, optimising macros, and implementing solutions for seamless operations. Identify and resolve data issues, providing interim workarounds while liaising with development teams for permanent fixes. Partner with traders to understand pain points, offering solutions to improve workflows and transition from Legacy Excel/VBA tools to modern, digitised systems. Act as the on-desk support presence in London, ensuring rapid response and resolution of trader issues. Collaborate with service desk, application support, and engineering teams to streamline issue resolution and align on solutions. Ensure smooth operation of the trading stack, including Trayport, Bloomberg and ICE, and related downstream components like ETRMs, data streams, and data backbones. Guide traders on data extraction, reporting, and integration with other trading tools. Take ownership of fixes and enhancements, ensuring technical solutions align with business requirements. Required Skills: Experience working directly with Trading, Trade Execution, Risk, or Desk Analyst users. Strong expertise in 1st and 2nd line support for commodity trading platforms, including Trayport, Bloomberg and ICE. Proven expertise in troubleshooting ETRM/CTRM platforms is essential. Advanced proficiency in Excel, including VBA for supporting spreadsheet systems and creating ad-hoc data analysis tools. Solid understanding of commodity trade flows, including data extraction and downstream components. Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and troubleshooting. Experience managing knowledge systems such as Confluence or JIRA. Proven ability to resolve high-pressure, time-sensitive technical issues in a trading environment. Desirable Skills Familiarity with Python or similar Scripting languages for providing technical fixes. Experience in workflow digitisation, transitioning from Excel-based tools to modern solutions. Academic background in Computer Science, with supplementary education in Math or Finance.

Our client, a leader in trading and financial services, is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in building and accelerating the enterprise-wide capability for delivering digitalisation solutions, with a particular focus on streamlining and automating business processes, implementing AI strategies, and unifying technology tools across diverse teams and platforms. As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will lead the transformation and digitisation of business processes, ensuring the development of intuitive and scalable digital solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team and contribute to the launch of an innovative department aimed at redefining process efficiency and digital product excellence. Qualifications & Skills: 5+ years of professional experience in designing, developing, and digitising business processes into scalable digital products. Proficient in web technologies (eg, Angular, ReactJS), Node.js, Java Spring Boot, and AWS components and Python. Strong ability to interpret and develop business requirements into practical product features, aligning with user-centric design.

C# Developer Commodities Trading London, UK (3 days in office) Our client is a corporate and investment bank specializing in asset management, financing, commodities and capital markets solutions globally. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to play a crucial role in the development and delivery of cutting-edge applications, focusing on C#, Web technologies, Rest API's, WPF, and Microservices architecture. The candidate will also be responsible for effective stakeholder management, ensuring the timely delivery of key milestones. Key Expertise: Strong technical skills in C#, Web technologies (Rest API's, WPF, Microservices architecture) Proficient in stakeholder management, ensuring collaboration with FO2OPS stakeholders and timely project deliveries In-depth understanding of Commodities and Market Data (Preferred) Exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and peers Proven experience in working within high-pressure environments with aggressive delivery timelines Responsibilities: Deliver parts or entire codebase for application development in alignment with project plans and functional specifications provided by business analysis Analyze, develop, or configure new and existing software modules Participate in module deployment and integration processes Adhere to best practices and standards throughout the development life cycle Document all aspects of the development process

IT Business Analyst Duration:12 months contract Base rate:£620 - £720 per day (Inside IR35) London-based role: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Cititec Talent is working with a leading Investment Bank to recruit an IT Business Analyst. In this role, the Analyst will work closely with IT and business teams to assess, analyse, and document both business and system requirements. The successful candidate will identify solutions for system challenges, manage project life cycles, and propose strategies aligned with stakeholder needs. You will also support project delivery by managing risks, developing detailed plans, ensuring thorough documentation, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Other Key Responsibilities: Partner with IT and business lines to assess, analyse, and resolve system issues. Lead requirement phases, track, and resolve issues while recommending business solutions. Collaborate with Project Managers to determine optimal development and vendor solutions. Ensure documentation, training, and risk mitigation for successful project delivery. Experience and Expertise: Proven experience as a Business Analyst within the capital markets or similar industry. Strong background in Reference Data implementations, with expertise in Bonds, Equities, and Exchange-Traded Futures & Options. Skilled in data analysis, process flows, and designing interfaces for financial systems. Experience designing Client and Instrument data interfaces to Financial Reporting systems. Proficient in Excel, SQL, database design, and financial ledger solutions. Knowledge of quality control processes and key business strategy drivers. Expertise in requirements gathering, business process modelling, user interface design, and methodologies such as Object Orientation, Use Cases, UML, RUP, and Waterfall.

Cititec Talent is partnering with a respected Capital Markets firm that is looking to hire a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their growing team. The successful candidate will build a digital capability to streamline business processes, digital transformation, and unify technology tools across various platforms. Key Responsibilities: Assess current processes to identify improvement opportunities. Create user stories and customer journeys to highlight pain points. Work with stakeholders to design products using sketches, wireframes, and prototypes and communicate design choices to leadership. Develop business cases to evaluate digitisation value. Ensure product quality aligns with standards and user expectations. Convert user feedback into actionable improvements. Architect solutions with AWS and microservices, using CI/CD for automated deployment. Track product performance, support maintenance needs, and oversee application delivery. Plan user training and implement best practices in digital product design. Experience Required: 5 + years of experience in a Full Stack engineering capacity, with a strong focus on digital transformations and the design and digitisation of processes into user-focused digital products. Proficient in Cloud technologies and web development tools, including Angular, ReactJS, NodeJS, Java Spring Boot, and AWS services like Step Functions and Lambda. Python knowledge is a plus. Knowledge of UI/UX standards, trends and tools, with experience in delivering designs to developers with clear, detailed documentation. Proven ability to work in cross-functional, global teams and influence stakeholders at all levels. Office Days: 4 days per week in the office, 1 working from home.

Quant Developer Commodities London, UK We are seeking an experienced Quant Developer with a strong background in commodities and a proven track record in market risk and pricing models. In this role, you will leverage your quantitative expertise and programming skills to develop and enhance tools that support trading strategies, risk assessment, and pricing analytics. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement sophisticated models for risk, pricing, and Value at Risk (VaR) calculations, with a focus on commodities. Collaborate with trading and risk teams to support market and counterparty risk assessment, leveraging tools like Monte Carlo simulations and time series analysis. Develop and optimize pricing models with attention to market factors such as seasonality and volatility. Implement counterparty risk frameworks, including PFE and XVA, using factor-based approaches and correlation analytics. Key Requirements: Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Engineering, or a related quantitative field. 5+ years of experience as a Quant Developer, Quant Strategist, or Quantitative Analyst in a Hedge Fund, Oil Major, Commodities Trading House, or Bank. Deep understanding of commodities derivatives, options pricing, and risk factors. Advanced Python programming skills, with a strong focus on problem-solving and troubleshooting.

DevOps Lead Location:London As a DevOps Lead you will manage a team of talented DevOps engineers and drive the development of their advanced data and analytics platform on AWS. In this role, you'll take the lead on designing and implementing scalable, secure infrastructure, collaborating closely with data engineers and scientists to support CI/CD pipelines and MLOps workflows. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the reliability and efficiency of a dynamic cloud platform. Key Responsibilities: Architect and implement robust CI/CD pipelines using AWS DevOps tools (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy). Design and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions using CloudFormation and AWS CDK. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management with Ansible. Script automation tasks using Python. Manage and optimise Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications. Collaborate with development teams to implement DevOps best practices. Stay up-to-date with the latest DevOps tools and technologies. Lead and mentor a team of DevOps engineers. Recruit, hire, and onboard new team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Set clear goals and performance expectations. Requirements: Strong proficiency in AWS services, including EC2, VPC, S3, IAM, and Lambda. Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation and AWS CDK. Proficiency in Scripting languages like Python and Bash. Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible. Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Strong networking and security knowledge. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong leadership and communication skills.