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Description
Investec Sandton is looking full stack engineer with backend focus to commence and build out our API portfolio and build integration between internal and external platforms currently in use as well as future applications and platforms. This role is within the UK Risk Assurance team and requires you to be comfortable around both the front and back-end aspects of our solutions, development frameworks and third-party libraries. Integrate the frontend into the backend of the application. Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency, as well as troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade this software.
In parallel to that, there is opportunity to support transformation projects from enhancing existing features to developing brand new applications that push the boundaries of what is possible. You will have the freedom to explore your creativity, display your technical expertise and make a lasting impact on our valued clients.
It is an exciting opportunity to interact with innovative technology as part of Investec’s modernization of its technology stack centred on Azure. If you are a passionate problem solver, driven by innovation and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Team description
Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who will think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they will flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.
Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to express themselves and helps drive innovation and creativity. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It is a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.
We are a dynamic and diverse team of technologists comprising of analysts and engineers who are growing and thrive on variety and working closely and collaboratively within the business.
What innovative technology can you learn about at Investec
Here are the main technologies we use to power Investec in the cloud:
• C# to write our backend code
• TypeScript with Angular and React for building our frontends
• Azure for our infrastructure in the cloud
• EventGrid, EventHub and ServiceBus for sending messages
• MS SQL Server and CosmosDB for storing our data
• Terraform and Azure Bicep for our infrastructure as code
Experience, skill and capability
• You are a software engineer at heart, and you are enjoying writing code to solve problems
• You are curious about innovative technologies and how the financial industry works
• You are comfortable working in a team that deals with ambiguity
You hold yourself and others to a high bar when working with production systems
You thrive in a collaborative environment involving different stakeholders and subject matter experts
You have strong experience building backend software
• You are interested in distributed systems and writing resilient, scalable, and secure software
You have experience building software in a statically typed language (C#, Java, Go etc.)
• You enjoy and have experience building APIs
• You are familiar with how to build applications in Azure
• You have experience building event driven architectures
• You have some experience building web applications using Angular or React
The Investec Culture
At Investec we look for intelligent, energetic people filled with passion, integrity and curiosity. We value individuals who in turn value our culture that is, a flexible attitude comfortable to live with ambiguity and willing to challenge the status quo. Diversity, talent and leadership are respected in pursuit of the growth of our business. People who can manage themselves and build strong relationships in order to get things done, will perform in out of the ordinary ways in our environment.
Description
The Finops Specialist is responsible for performing financial operations (Finops) activities that cover on-premise and cloud estate consumption, optimization, and cost management, with a high prioritisation on cloud Finops. The role will manage and optimise resources and costs in an on-premise and cloud computing environment. This includes activities such as monitoring and analyzing cloud usage and costs, identifying cost drivers, implementing cost-saving strategies, and ensuring cost-effective utilization of cloud resources.
The Finops Specialist will work closely with cross-functional technical teams, including Engineering, Architecture, and IT Operations, as well as the Finance teams to align Finops activities with business objectives and drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness across both on-premise and cloud environments. This role requires strong analytical skills to analyze financial and operational data, financial acumen to provide insights and recommendations, and expertise in cloud computing platforms, such as Microsoft Azure, to effectively manage and optimize cloud resources and costs.
Experience, skill and capability
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Operations Management:
• Perform financial operations activities related to compute, storage and resource consumption, optimization, and cost management.
• Analyze and optimize resource usage to drive cost efficiencies and identify potential savings opportunities.
• Develop and implement processes and controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
2. Cloud Finops:
• Utilize cloud financial management tools and techniques to manage and optimize cloud spending.
• Monitor and analyze cloud usage and costs, identify cost drivers, and recommend cost-saving strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cloud cost optimization initiatives and track their effectiveness.
3. Data Analysis and Reporting:
• Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to provide insights and recommendations.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards on financial performance, cost trends, and optimization initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management, to support decision-making.
4. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align Finops activities with business objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Act as a subject matter expert on Finops and provide guidance and support to internal teams.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (optional)
• Strong understanding of financial principles and practices, with experience in financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms, such as Microsoft Azure, and experience in cloud cost management and optimization.
• Familiarity with financial management tools and systems, including cloud financial management tools.
• Relevant certifications in Finops, cloud cost management, or finance (e.g. FinOps Certified Practitioner, AWS Certified Cloud Financial Management, etc.) are desirable.
• AZ-900 a must, and other Azure certifications are of benefit.
Personal Attributes:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Continuous learner with a curiosity for new technologies and industry trends.
The Investec Culture
At Investec we look for intelligent, energetic people filled with passion, integrity and curiosity. We value individuals who in turn value our culture that is, a flexible attitude comfortable to live with ambiguity and willing to challenge the status quo. Diversity, talent and leadership are respected in pursuit of the growth of our business. People who can manage themselves and build strong relationships in order to get things done, will perform in out of the ordinary ways in our environment.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion when recruiting internally and externally.
Description
Investec Sandton is looking for a Microsoft Dynamics (D365) Support Analyst for the Investec UK One Client Platform team who would be fully responsible for System Support, User Support and Data Maintenance within D365 and its connected services. This role works collaboratively within a cross-functional platform team to create an environment of excellence in supporting our processes and solutions within the One Client Platform.
The successful applicant will be expected to align to UK Banking Business hours and interact with users at all levels within the organization providing an Out of the Ordinary experience for users navigating the One Client Platform processes. The role is broadly defined as.
System Support
– Providing first-line support for D365 system issues, including troubleshooting, and resolution
– Collaborating with users to understand their issues and provide timely resolutions
– Logging and tracking support tickets, ensuring they are resolved within agreed-upon service level agreements (SLAs)
– Conducting root cause analysis to identify and address recurring issues
– Assisting with user training and documentation
– Liaising with technical teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues
Data Management:
– Ensuring data integrity and accuracy within the D365 system
– Performing regular data audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies
– Assisting users in data entry, data import/export, and data cleansing activities
– Collaborating with data governance teams to define and enforce data quality standards
– Participating in data migration and integration projects, ensuring smooth data transfer between systems
Communication and Collaboration:
– Serving as a point of contact for users and stakeholders, effectively communicating system-related information
– Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as business analysts, developers, and product managers
– Participating in team meetings, providing updates on support activities
– Documenting system issues, resolutions, and knowledge articles for future reference
– Providing training and support to end-users on system functionality and best practices
– Building and maintaining positive relationships with users and stakeholders, fostering a customer-centric support culture
Experience, skill and capability
– 3 years’ experience in supporting end users and systems
– Experience providing end user training and facilitating knowledge sharing sessions
– Experience in working with data imports, exports, and maintenance
– Experience in working with technical teams to resolve incidents/issues
– Experience in Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as business analysts, developers, and product manager/owners
– Proficiency in the Microsoft Eco-System, including SharePoint, Office Suite
Highly advantageous
– Possession of a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Certificate / Hands on experience supporting D365
– Possession of certifications in the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, PowerApps, Power BI etc.)
The Investec Culture
At Investec we look for intelligent, energetic people filled with passion, integrity and curiosity. We value individuals who in turn value our culture that is, a flexible attitude comfortable to live with ambiguity and willing to challenge the status quo. Diversity, talent and leadership are respected in pursuit of the growth of our business. People who can manage themselves and build strong relationships in order to get things done, will perform in out of the ordinary ways in our environment.
All the best with your applications.
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