3-Month Contract: Junior Graphic & UX/UI Designer At Instruct, we're revolutionising how AI interacts with the world. While current AI systems possess vast intelligence, they're often trapped in a box, unable to take meaningful action. We're building the bridge that unleashes AI's full capabilities, allowing it to not just think, but do. **The Role** As a Junior Graphic & UX/UI Designer at Instruct, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our visual and user experience across various platforms. Your multifaceted role will evolve as our startup grows and our objectives shift. Contract Details - Duration: 3 months - Type: Full-time temporary contract - Location: Battersea Power Station, London (Hybrid) **What You'll Do** Visual Design - Shape and maintain our marketing website - Explore opportunities for brand design and development to enhance our market presence - Create assets for marketing campaigns, including social media posts - Design compelling pitch decks that tell our story to investors and clients UX/UI Design - Create wireframes and prototypes for our main web application - Conduct user mapping and UX research to inform design decisions - Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces - Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality **What We're Looking For** Talent and creativity matter more than formal education. You might be early (junior to mid-level) in your career or bringing years of experience – we're interested in what you can do, not just what you've done. If you demonstrate enthusiasm and a keen eye for design, we want to hear from you! Must-Haves: - Proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) - Strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and creativity - Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced startup environment Nice-to-Haves: - Experience with Framer - Proficiency in motion graphics - Background in brand design - Experience in user testing or user research **What's In It For You?** - Annual salary: £30,000 - £35,000 - Modern hybrid working: 4 days in our Battersea Power Station office, 1 day remote - Regular team socials to celebrate success and build connections - Professional development opportunities including conferences and industry events related to the product and AI, helping you stay at the cutting edge of the latest innovations - Be part of a team that's revolutionising how AI interacts with the world Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about design and excited about shaping the future of AI interaction, we want to hear from you. Join us in building something extraordinary.
This isn’t your typical job offer. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of the Foundermatcha community, a fast-growing matchmaking platform designed to connect software engineers, CTOs, and technical co-founders with early-stage startups. As part of our community, you will have the chance to engage with numerous startup founders, explore collaborative opportunities, and become a key member of a pioneering tech venture. Who We Are Foundermatcha is more than a startup co-founder matchmaking platform; we bring together founders and software engineers to create impactful connections based on skills, personality, and industry interests. Our mission is to streamline the startup-building process by ensuring the right fit between founders and tech talent. Some of our current cohort of business founders looking for technical co-founders or software engineers include: - An AI-powered HR platform focused on reducing employment bias and enhancing employee engagement. - A Robin Hood-inspired platform to democratize financial advice and close the guidance gap for everyday investors. - A gamified self-development app that helps users discover and leverage their unique impact on the world. - An AI-powered itinerary planner offering personalized travel experiences. - A fintech solution for FX payments and parallel market currencies. - An iGaming platform seeking co-founders with expertise in gaming management and QA. - A machine learning-based solution for affordable and scalable home energy upgrades What We Offer → Access to Early-Stage Startups: Engage with a wide array of budding startups, each with unique visions and opportunities, and find the perfect match for your skills and ambitions. → Meaningful Connections: Meet and interact with startup founders who are actively seeking co-founders and technical leaders, offering a chance to join their journey from the ground up. → Flexible Engagement: Whether you’re looking to join a team as a co-founder, explore freelance opportunities, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, our platform supports your professional growth and interests. → Comprehensive Support: Our team is here to guide you through the matchmaking process, providing insights and advice to maximize your connections and potential collaborations. → Investment Network: Get connected to our network of startup mentors and investors, including getting invited to present your business at our bi-monthly startup speed-pitching event in front of prominent UK VCs and angel investors. What We Look For 🔗 Technical Expertise: Proven experience in software development or engineering, with a passion for building or contributing to innovative products. 🔗 Leadership & Vision: Ability to lead or integrate into startup teams, driving projects forward and contributing to strategic tech decisions. 🔗 Entrepreneurial Mindset: Eagerness to explore new challenges in a fast-paced startup environment and a commitment to realizing ambitious tech projects. 🔗 Cultural Compatibility: Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in diverse teams, ensuring a harmonious and productive work environment. Join Us and Make an Impact At Foundermatcha, we believe in the power of the right connections. Whether you’re a seasoned CTO ready for your next venture or a software engineer eager to dive into the startup world, our platform provides the tools and network to achieve your goals. Selection Process: Foundermatcha uses a selection process focused on identifying high performers based on personality characteristics rather than work experience or seniority. We encourage you to submit your CV as part of the application process. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a brief interview to further assess suitability. Join us today and be part of our community of tech startups. Let’s build the next big thing together.
Job description Provide planning, design, engineering, implementation, configuration, next-day support and troubleshooting for our customer network & security infrastructure. Be a key contributor to discussions with our partner's network and IT teams to understand the requirements and how we can better work with their infrastructure. Be responsible for the requirement gathering, defining objectives for the project, clear scoping and responding to RFP's. Produce and maintain all architecture artefacts including vision, principles, constraints, standards, high and low-level design etc. Be a key contributor to the design of standard network blueprint taking into account product and operational requirements. Interface with architecture, network, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that proposed designs address organisational needs. Work with the technical engineers during the full implementation life cycle and help validate and install the solution. Attend project review and technical meetings and represent the Design & Implementation part of the organisation. Act as a point of contact for any technical issues within the project or program. Peer review designs, implementation plans and change scripts produced by peers. Attend CAB meetings to represent the change. Writing change scripts before actual implementation. Share and pass on the knowledge and experience of relevant networking products, services and technologies. Plan and coordinate activities, engaging with other stakeholders to manage and implement a program. Make recommendations concerning the software or system quality. Be able to diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and connectivity issues either remotely or physically on site. Deals with and reports on breaches in security. Validation of firewall configuration, rule creation, and assessment of firewall traffic flow (dynamic routing, log analysis). Examines IT system for potential threats to its security and integrity and draws up plans for disaster recovery if security is compromised. Report progress to supervisor and project managers, including the preparation of weekly status reports. The appropriate SOC code for this role is Code 2139: Information technology and telecommunications professionals not elsewhere classified. The skills, experience and qualifications required for this role include: Bachelor’s degree. Certification in AWS, Azure, GCP, CCIE, CISSP, GICSP, RHEL. Experience using DevOps Tools. Experience with WAFs, NextGen Firewalls and DDoS Security. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £35,500.00 to £47,000 per year Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends Experience: Information Security: 5 years (required) Reference ID: VRD-SEC-0100
Hospitality Supervisor & Admin Support ** **Permanent Are you a hospitality Jedi? Are you passionate about customer service? Do you love admin? This could be the perfect role for you! ** The Company** We are an award-winning (Cinema Audio Society, Music & Sound, Promax UK, Vox) world class leader in audio services, providing clients with a full offering to deliver any requirement needed in audio advertising, content or production across the globe. We’re based in the UK and USA and our 12 studios in Central London are a centre of excellence. We have creative, media, studios and digital under one roof and work on; radio, Spotify and digital audio advertising; audio post for TV and films; audiobooks; podcasts; music; foreign dubbing; gaming and digital campaigns to support audio experiences. Our clients include Spotify (we are their creative partner in the UK & North America), Acast, Netflix, Amazon, Cartoon Network, Disney, Guinness, Paddy Power Betfair, Audible and Penguin Random House. As more and more people consume and interact with audio technology, we help our clients navigate the complex world of audio and the opportunities it brings. We help brands to build their audio identity and create a distinctive sound and connection to the audiences they need to reach. We’re a mix of arty, geeky, techy, creative types who deliver exceptional products for our clients every single day. Diversity and inclusion matter to us and we are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, physical ability, neurodiversity and experience. We welcome your uniqueness. In the last few years we’ve also donated time and money to Macmillan Cancer Support, The Malaria Foundation and Crisis, and we intend to do a lot more. We are committed to developing the audio industry and its future talent and we’re an active supporter of initiatives to inspire, train and develop young talent and open our doors to bring a diverse group of people into our industry. ** OUR VALUES** We know it’s all about getting the mix just right… 1 - We’re on the same wavelength We're one team We support each other We work together to achieve collective success 2 - We hear every pin drop We care about the details We deliver on what we promise We take responsibility 3 - We’re all ears We care passionately about our clients We provide exceptional customer service We build long term partnerships ** Our Culture - Defined By Our Team** We're creative (standard). We're honest and open. A swear jar would bankrupt us all. We're all equal and we laugh at ourselves… and each other. We're unconventional, productive and we do whatever it takes to get the job done. We like burgers (meat, veggie and vegan). We always make time for each other and our clients. We live and breathe audio. We're people pleasers. We're all very different and we love that about our team. We praise each other and recognise achievements. We like going to the pub for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We don't quit, we fix. We're kind and caring. We make a difference. We stick together and pick each other up when it's needed. We like to dance. We love karaoke. We say please and thank you. We're passionate and motivated. We always leave our clients feeling good. ** The person we are looking for** You love customer service and you get a kick out of admin. As the face of the studios and the first point of contact for most visitors, you will effortlessly welcome and assist clients, ensuring their comfort and needs are met through impeccable service, a warm demeanour, and clear communication. Your adept multitasking abilities will shine as you navigate busy reception periods with poise, and prepare studios for upcoming sessions, all while upholding an impeccable attention to detail and a positive attitude. Beyond client care, you will play an integral role in our operations by providing administrative support across all teams; managing documents and receipts, overseeing stock-taking, running reports, updating our CRM system, organising events and helping with data entry. If you are ready to leave an indelible mark on our studio's hospitality experience and collaborate with our diverse team, we invite you to join us in redefining excellence in audio post production. ** Key responsibilities** -Meeting and greeting clients, actors and guests into the building -Providing food and refreshments to all visitors -Adhering to strict check in / check out procedures -Providing guests with access passes where applicable -Ensuring the studios, communal areas and kitchenettes are sufficiently stocked and organising regular stock takes -General cleaning duties, including tidy down of studios, communal areas and kitchenettes (emptying dishwashers, hoovering, wiping down of surfaces etc.) -Maintaining any equipment specifically used for hospitality (coffee machines etc) -Manage receipts and additional administrative support -Supporting teams across all aspects of admin -Help removing and disposing of any confidential material securely (such a scripts) -Answering the phone and taking incoming messages. -Postal or courier administration. -Support dealing with any additional cleaning issues via an external supplier -Closing down, locking doors and setting alarms across the facility -Assisting with the planning and organisation of team social events. ** Essential requirements** -Hospitality experience is a must. -Confidence making and serving drinks, tidying tables and taking orders. -An interest in a fast paced working environment - no two days are the same! -A high level of organisational skills and experience. -Excellent attention to detail. -Proactive and able to work on your own initiative. -Ability to problem solve and work under pressure. -Confident, friendly, approachable and a team player. -Good level of experience of using Apple Macs, Google docs and sheets or similar programs -An understanding of receipt management and basic cost-tracking. -Confidence and calm under pressure dealing with celebrity clientele Must be eligible to work in the UK ** Bonus Points** -An additional language -First Aid or Fire Warden training ** Working hours /requirements** ** ** **-**This role is based onsite at our studios on Tottenham Court Road, London. -9 hour day, including 1 hour lunch break. -Daily start/end times will vary based on session start/ends. Requirements for most days range between 8am - 6pm with occasional evening work required. Salary and benefits -£27,500 per annum -25 days flexible holiday plus standard bank holidays for England and 3 fixed days between Christmas and New Year, when the business is closed. -Medical insurance scheme -Life insurance policy -Eye Care scheme with Specsavers -Cycle to work scheme -Season ticket loan -Various training schemes to help us all be better The hiring process It’s really important that we are a right fit for each other. Therefore we usually have three chats; phone, online and in person. This is so we can get to know each other properly which is really important for you and us, as we want you to be with us for a long time so you need to know it’s right for you too. If there is another way you’d like to do this, that will really give you the chance to shine, please tell us if we get in touch to chat. Apply Please apply with your CV and a covering letter and tell us why you’d like to join us and how you’d add brilliance to our team. Candidates need to have the right to work in the UK. Previous applicants are welcome. Please note, this is not a sound engineering or runner role. No agencies please. Thank you.
We are seeking a Qualified Plumbing Engineer to join our dynamic team. Working with domestic and commercial properties throughout London. The role involves the maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing systems, with a focus on safety and high-quality workmanship. Customer relations are key and the ideal candidate will have good customer facing skills. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and be proficient in assembling and plumbing various systems. This role requires hands-on experience with power tools and hand tools, as well as the ability to perform some heavy lifting. The Plumbing Engineer will play a vital role in ensuring that all plumbing systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest standards. This role requires someone who can respond quickly, diagnose, secure and repair plumbing emergencies. - Monday-Friday 09:00-18:00 with the option for Overtime - Starting Salary 45k Per annum - Bonuses and rewards - 33 Days holiday per annum - Company van supplied - Company tools and materials supplied Example: Water pooling under the sink - leak unidentified. GBSE Connect promise - Ensure customer is kept aware of our Estimated arrival time. - Ensure customer relations are paramount throughout the visit. - Arrive as soon as possible to prevent damage to property. - Turn off the water supply if possible. - Identify leak source. Repair and replace. - Test for performance. Duties - Respond within the hour to a customer plumbing emergency. - Carry out communications to Head office to process job efficiently. - Diagnose and report on best cause of action. - Either carry out temporary repair or preferably permanent repair. - Assemble and install plumbing systems in accordance with relevant codes and regulations. - Perform routine maintenance and repairs on existing plumbing systems. - Utilise power tools and hand tools effectively to complete tasks efficiently. - Conduct inspections of plumbing systems to identify issues and recommend solutions. - Collaborate with customers and possibly other tradespeople, including carpenters, to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems within building projects. - Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while working on-site. - Engage in basic maths calculations for system layouts, material quantities, and measurements. Experience - Proven experience as a Plumbing Engineer or in a similar role is preferred. - Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot plumbing issues effectively. - Familiarity with commercial driving is advantageous for transporting materials to job sites. - Experience in welding is a plus for specific plumbing applications. - Ability to perform heavy lifting as required during installations or repairs. - A solid understanding of plumbing codes and regulations is essential. If you are passionate about plumbing engineering and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment. To Apply: If you're a skilled plumber seeking to advance your career with us, we’d love to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time Pay: 45,000.00 per year Additional pay: - Bonus scheme - Commission pay - Performance bonus - Tips - Yearly bonus - Overtime Benefits: - Company Van - Company pension - Relocation assistance - Work from home Schedule: - Monday to Friday - Weekend availability Experience: Plumbing: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: - Driving Licence (required) - City & Guilds (required) Work Location: Remote
Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team. The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in streamlining development, deployment, and monitoring processes. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, ensuring the stability and scalability of our infrastructure, and implementing best practices in automation. As a DevOps Engineer, you will work closely with software development and IT operations teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations across various cloud environments. Key Responsibilities: CI/CD Pipeline Management: Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment processes. Automate build, test, and deployment workflows to ensure rapid and reliable software delivery. Troubleshoot and optimize existing pipelines for performance and scalability. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP to ensure availability, scalability, and security. Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Monitor cloud resources and optimize for cost, performance, and reliability. Containerization and Orchestration: Develop, deploy, and manage containerized applications using Docker. Implement and manage Kubernetes clusters for orchestration of containers. Optimize container environments for scalability and performance. Automation and Scripting: Develop automation scripts for server provisioning, application deployment, and configuration management using tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Implement automated monitoring, alerting, and reporting systems to track the performance and health of applications and infrastructure. Site Reliability Engineering (SRE): Ensure the reliability and availability of services through proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response. Establish SLAs, SLIs, and SLOs for critical services and drive initiatives to improve system reliability. Conduct root cause analysis on incidents and outages, implementing fixes and preventive measures. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to align on software releases and infrastructure needs. Ensure knowledge sharing and best practices within the team to foster a collaborative DevOps culture. Required/Preferred Skills: CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, Travis CI, or similar. Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP with expertise in managing multi-cloud environments. Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm. Automation Tools: Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or similar. Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Monitoring & Logging: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Datadog. Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab. Scripting Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell, or equivalent. Operating Systems: Proficiency in Linux and Windows server environments. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 3+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and automation. Strong understanding of networking, security best practices, and system architecture. Certification in AWS, Azure, or GCP (preferred but not mandatory). Key Attributes: Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies.
Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and deploying software solutions that meet the needs of our clients and drive our business forward. As a Software Developer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products and contribute to the overall success of our projects. Key Responsibilities: Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems using modern programming languages and technologies. Code Quality: Write clean, scalable, and efficient code. Review and refactor code to ensure high performance and reliability. Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to understand requirements and deliver software solutions that meet business needs. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues and bugs. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing applications. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for code, processes, and technical specifications. Testing: Implement and execute unit tests, integration tests, and automated testing to ensure software quality and performance. Innovation: Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Propose and implement innovative solutions to improve software development processes. Version Control: Use version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage code changes and collaborate with team members. Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience: from 3 years of professional experience in software development. Experience in specific technologies or industries is a plus. Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript etc. Frameworks/Libraries: Experience with frameworks and libraries such as [e.g., React, Angular, Django]. Database Management: Knowledge of SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL). Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) is advantageous. Version Control: Proficiency in Git or other version control systems. Development Tools: Familiarity with development environments and tools like [e.g., Visual Studio Code, IntelliJ IDEA]. API Integration: Experience with designing, implementing, and working with APIs (RESTful, GraphQL). Testing: Knowledge of testing frameworks and practices (e.g., unit testing, automated testing). Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker) is a plus. Soft Skills: Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to group efforts. Adaptability: Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements. Attention to Detail: Strong focus on code quality, accuracy, and thoroughness. Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively, meeting deadlines.