Consol Partners

Full-Stack Java Software Engineer (Hybrid Cloud Transformation) I. Role Overview and Engagement This is a critical, hands-on engineering role within a major Financial Services institution focused on accelerating their Cloud Modernization and Migration Strategy . The successful candidate will be integral to developing and deploying enterprise-grade, secure, and scalable microservices within a complex Hybrid Cloud Architecture . Job Title: Full-Stack Java Software Engineer Location: Central London (Hybrid: 2 days onsite) Engagement Model: 1-Month Contract (Outside IR35) to Guaranteed Permanent Conversion Contract Rate: £450/day (during 1-month contract term) Urgency: URGENT - Interviews scheduled this week for ASAP start. Role Type: Highly Hands-on Contributor (Not a Lead position), requiring strong commercial awareness . II. Core Technical Mandate (Mandatory & Non-Negotiable) The engineer must possess recent, demonstrable expertise in designing and deploying systems across distributed environments, with a critical focus on the Hybrid Cloud and Microservices architecture. Domain Key Technologies & Platforms Proficiency Required Backend & Core Java (Expert), Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices Architecture Essential for scalable service design and implementation. Cloud & Hybrid AWS (Key), OpenShift (On-prem & Cloud), On-Premise to Cloud Migration Proven experience integrating and migrating applications across hybrid environments. Data & Platform OpenShift-based Red Hat private cloud , AWS cloud services Experience working within enterprise-grade private and public cloud platforms. DevOps & CI/CD GitLab, Jenkins Ability to implement and manage robust automation pipelines. Networking & Security Service Mesh, mTLS , Domain Controller, Certificate management Experience with production-level traffic management, security, and observability. Authentication oAuth, SAML, SSO Practical knowledge of enterprise authentication mechanisms. Frontend Angular (or strong capability in a modern framework) Competence in contributing to the UI layer where necessary. III. Key Responsibilities & Expected Contribution The engineer will be a highly collaborative team player , committed to seeking problems and being hands-on in fixing them , and eager to contribute actively to delivery and team culture. Hands-On Development: Design and develop highly scalable Back End services using Java and Spring Boot , with a focus on high-performance API integration . Hybrid Deployment: Build and deploy containerized applications across the full Hybrid Cloud Architecture , spanning the on-prem OpenShift private cloud and AWS . Migration Execution: Play a key technical role in the strategic transition and re-platforming of critical applications from On-Premise environments to AWS . Platform & Security: Work extensively with OpenShift/Kubernetes concepts for containerization and apply deep knowledge of Service Mesh for advanced traffic management, security ( mTLS ), and observability. CI/CD & DevOps: Implement and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and Jenkins , applying DevOps best practices across development, testing, deployment, and monitoring. Quality & Standards: Enforce high code quality through BDD (Cucumber) and collaborate closely with cloud engineers, DevOps, and platform teams to maintain architectural integrity. IV. Candidate Profile and Next Steps We require a professional, serious engineer deeply committed to their craft, who wants to add value and is ready for a rapid path to permanence. Mandate: Must demonstrate recent, practical, hands-on experience in ALL mandatory technical areas. Interview Process: Streamlined two-stage process scheduled for this week . Apply Now: Immediate start is required for this critical engagement.

Data Product Owner Engagement Details Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension) Start Date: ASAP Rate: Up to £700 per day (outside IR35) Interview Process: Two-stage, with a targeted completion within 1-2 days for expedited onboarding. Position Overview We are looking for a Data Product Owner to lead the strategic definition and delivery of data products for a major transformation program in the insurance sector. This role is crucial for bridging complex business requirements with technical solutions, ensuring that every data product delivers measurable, tangible value. You'll partner with our expert engineering teams and act as a key driver of change within a top-tier consultancy environment. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy: Own and prioritize the data product backlog, translating business needs into actionable features, user stories, and clear release plans. Benefits Realization: Establish frameworks to measure, track, and report on value realization and benefits to ensure all data initiatives have a demonstrable ROI. Technical Partnership: Collaborate closely with data engineering teams, providing technical guidance and ensuring scalable data solutions are designed and delivered. Data Governance: Champion data governance and quality assurance, embedding best practices and compliance controls throughout the entire data life cycle. Stakeholder Management: Align product roadmaps with key business stakeholders and regulatory requirements, ensuring technical and business objectives are met. Required Qualifications Experience: Proven experience as a Data Product Owner in a data-centric delivery environment, with a strong background in leading agile teams. Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Databricks is essential. . Proficiency with Snowflake is highly advantageous. Solid understanding of the AWS ecosystem is required. Competencies: In-depth knowledge of data governance, quality management, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated track record of benefits realization and outcome-driven delivery. Prior experience within the insurance industry is highly desirable.