Computing @ Newcastle: Employment & Enterprise
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GeekTalent are an IT consultancy in the North East of England recruiting for a software engineer and a Data Engineer. See the details of both job specifications listed below.
You will work with a talented team of Consultants and tech experts and be part of the growing team creating cutting edge technology. Get in touch with support@geektalent.com to book an interview with your CV or linkedin profile details.
Scott Logic are a high profile employer in Newcastle and have a close relationship with the School of Computing at Newcastle University. Our alumni over many years have taken posts at varying levels at Scott Logic. On the blogs linked below recent recruits have provided an insight into the experience of a new graduate on the developer programme as well as the experience you can expect from a 3 month internship.
Following a very successful pilot in conjunction with Newcastle University’s Data Innovation Centre, LKQ is recruiting a Program Manager to join the European Big Data/Machine Learning team based out of Newcastle with European travel.
What is the Big Data Program Manager?
For the position of Program Manager, we are looking for an exceptional individual who understands data, cloud computing and machine learning who wants a career in project management. You will be result driven and will actively contribute to successful delivery of the project.
Big Data Program Manager Role
A motivated and enthusiastic Data Scientist/Technologist/Mathematician with an understanding of data, technology and project management.
Skills, Experience and Educational requirements are:
NOTE: we may be prepared to work with the right individual while they finish their education
What we offer
Salary
£27,500 -£32,000 plus benefits
Who are LKQ
LKQ are the worlds leading distributor of car parts, with operations in North America, Europe and the Far East. LKQ Europe has a turnover of c. €6.5 billion and operates across 23 countries, leading brands include Euro Car Parts (UK), Stahl Gruber (D), Rhiag (I) and Sator (NL). To maintain LKQ’s world leading position they are investing in leading edge technologies across distribution, data analytics and machine learning. The Big Data team, who lead analytics and ML are now rolling out the capability across Europe and growing the team to 20, and have agreed a partnership deal with Google to support machine learning.
Contact Details: Alan.Timothy@Eurocarparts.com
Developer – Back-end
Engie is working with North Tyneside Council on an extensive programme of change, the aim of which is to make the council’s online services easier for the borough’s residents and businesses to use.
Working as part of a multi-organisation, multi-disciplinary agile team, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of a range of modern back-end services.
This is a permanent, full-time role working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, and on offer is a salary of £25,000 to £34,000 per annum, dependant on skills and experience.
This role will be based at North Tyneside Council, The Silverlink North, Cobalt Business Park, North Tyneside, NE27 0BY.
What are we looking for?
You should have experience within one or more of the following areas:
Qualifications
A first/higher degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or 1-5 years’ experience delivering back-end services.
Applying for this role
For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. There is no re-location package with this job role. Engie do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications for all sections of the community.
To apply for this role, send your CV to simon.smith@northtyneside.gov.uk
Newcastle Work Experience (NWE) is a flexible 100 hour placement scheme providing undergraduate and postgraduate students with the opportunity to undertake challenging project-based placements within Newcastle University and North East businesses.
Details are given below for three new opportunities, please follow the links given for more information and to apply. Continue reading “Newcastle Work Experience: new opportunities”