Cloud Development Lead

Job Description: Job Title: Cloud Development Lead Location: Greater Manchester Summary of role A fantastic opportunity to join Raytheon UK in our Cyber Centre based in Manchester. We develop software using a variety of Agile methodologies and you will be involved fully in the software development lifecycle, working closely with the entire team in a truly Agile environment. Working for Raytheon you will be part of a growing team, working alongside world class partner organisations. Raytheon supports on-going professional development through both formal and on-the-job training to help you further develop your career and develop your management and leadership potential. Main duties of the position Primary Objective: To design, develop and maintain mission critical applications and systems as part of an Agile team within the Cyber Centre's Cloud Capability. Key Responsibilities: Leadership of an Agile Software Delivery Teams from both a technical and line management perspective Development of high performing teams with a focus on software excellence. Own the standards of software engineering practice applied in your teams. Design and develop new product functionality within the context of an Agile software delivery team. Collaborate with your peers on Technical strategy within your teams. Drive the continuous improvement of practice and code within your teams. Mentoring of team members and colleagues beyond your line management remit. This position reports to the Cloud Capability Lead Essential Skills Previous experience of producing and deploying applications in a production environment through a CI/CD pipeline Extensive experience of native Cloud Extensive experience working with Cloud first technologies such as Kubernetes, Terraform Experience working in an Agile/SCRUM/DevOps delivery environment Desirable Skills (some of) Experience of TDD, BDD Experience of applying Software Architecture Patterns Java (or similar high-level language) application development Application development using Java orientated middleware, for example, JEE, Spring, Hibernate, Apache Camel Python JavaScript framework (React or Angular), Javascript, jquery, Typescript. NodeJS Docker / ECS / ACS Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration Puppet / Chef / Jenkins / CI pipelines Software application development utilizing RDBMS (e.g. Oracle/MySQL) and/or unstructured persistence layers, (e.g. ElasticSearch, MongoDB ) Key Behaviours: Good interpersonal skills for customer and partner liaison Good time management, organisation and prioritisation skills An inquisitive mind and a desire to promote innovation Qualifications: • Professional Cloud Qualifications ie AWS Developer, Architect, SYSOps, Elastic, Kubernetes, SaFe • Degree or equivalent industry experience essential. • Evidence of ongoing professional development. About Raytheon: Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, National & Cyber security and commercial markets. Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software solutions at its facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Manchester Waddington and Broughton. Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I TM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. http://www.raytheon.com/ Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass Raytheon Career Development: Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role. Standard Benefits: • 25 days holiday statutory public holidays • Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) • 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' • Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's. • Enhanced sick pay scheme • Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave. • 37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements). Flexible working arrangements may be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval. • Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites with free snacks & drinks (hot & cold) available at others Diversity: Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), D&I counsel, Reservist Network etc and all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background. Raytheon Application Process To apply visit the link to the website http://jobs.raytheon.com/united-kingdom/search/ and search for Req ID:99596BR. Please complete the on-line instructions to create a profile and upload CV. Please also view the Raytheon video: http://www.raytheon.com/ourcompany/ourculture/ Typical Experience We are looking for software engineers, with professional experience. Hands on experience in an Agile delivery team using industry best of breed technology and techniques within a digital focused organisation. 154099 Relocation Eligible Yes Clearance Type DV Expertise Artificial Intelligence Cloud Computing Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer/Management Information Systems Cyber Jobs Data Science Distributed Systems Engineering Technology Integration & Test Engineering Machine Learning Reliability Engineer Research & Development Software Engineering Systems Engineering Technical Test Engineering Type Of Job Full Time Work Location United Kingdom - Manchester