Technical integration and automation lead - capacity managementContractInside IR356 Month InitialTier 1 BankSheffield - 3 days p/w in office, 2 remote days. NON NEGOTIABLE
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Technical integration and automation lead with strong systems thinking and a solid grasp of testing tools, observability solutions to drive the integration and automation of capacity controls across our technology estate. This role blends solution design with hands-on engineering and technical communications.
The ideal candidate brings knowledge of risk and controls frameworks, diverse application integration solutions, solution design and driving technology best practice through communities of practice and well crafted technical communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with IT System Owners and engineers to execute integration plans on a significant variety of Technology systems and services across the bank
Lead the design and build of interface solution(s) integrating specific data flows from disperse testing and observability systems into a governance and reporting platform.
Assess existing tooling, data flows and operational practices to identify control gaps and propose remediation strategies.
Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, architecture, and risk teams to validate technical designs and implementation plans.
Define reusable technical patterns and tooling strategies that enhance operational readiness and control sustainability.
Lead tooling assessment, planning and documentation for integration execution activities.
Support release, warranty and operational handover of platforms.
Required Skills & Experience:
10+ years in engineering, infrastructure, or technical architecture roles in complex technology environments.
Familiarity with SRE disciplines such as observability, service-level indicators/objectives (SLIs/SLOs), and automation of operational tasks.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply control requirements in technical design contexts.
Experience of Observability systems such as Splunk, App Dynamics etc
Experience of Testing tools
Experience of producing solution design documentation
Experience around interface design, systems integration and automation delivery.
Any experience of governance and reporting solution use cases, wireframes, process design, data mapping, test case development and co-ordination
Experience of leading technical best practice through communities of practice and excellent communications with engineering communities.
Strong communication skills able to convey technical concepts to senior stakeholders and control partners.
Desirable:
Experience in implementing or uplifting operational controls (capacity, performance, availability).
Exposure to internal risk frameworks or external regulatory requirements (e.g., DORA, EBA, PRA).
Background in service reliability, system diagnostics, or incident response
If you feel this role suits your experience, please apply now.
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