Python Developer 1 (D)

Closing date for applications: 13/10/2022
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
Specialist role
Developer
Summary of the work
Python tooling development work for a suite of migration tooling utilities.
Latest start date
07/11/2022
Expected contract length
5 months
Location
North West England
Organisation the work is for
DWP Digital - Benefit Payment Systems (JSAPS, PSCS, ISCS, PSCS, WPCS, IICS, SFCS)
Maximum day rate
£500
ABOUT THE WORK
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
The resource will work with the existing DWP BPS Delivery Team. This team has a Lead Technical Delivery Manager, Design Lead, Technical Architect and Javascript, Python and COBOL Developers.
What the specialist will work on
Python developer responsible for the back-end tooling development work for the BPS Migration Service, specifically the generators that generate metadata for the Configurator utility to use and code from metadata that the Configurator utility has generated. The Configurator allows end consumers to select data items from screens, database or files within legacy applications for migration onto replacement systems (for example the 'Get Your State Pension' service).Will also provide support, technical guidance and help to implement development best practices. This will include coaching, mentoring and supporting team members.
WORK SETUP
Address where the work will take place
North East - Longbenton, Newcastle OR North West - Peel Park, Blackpool.
Working arrangements
Specialist will work 5 working days per week with a hybrid working arrangement incorporating remote and office working. Attendance on site 40% of the specialist's time is a mandatory requirement.
Security clearance
All suppliers must be SC Government cleared and On-Shore.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional terms and conditions
It is essential that the Department (DWP) holds copies of and rights to all source code developed and accompanying intellectual property rights to the code to develop further or make changes as it sees fit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
How many specialists to evaluate
5
Cultural fit criteria
-Work well as the lead of a team and keep the team motivated to perform well. -Transfer knowledge gained through the team and be willing to share experiences across the wider department. -Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions. -Is accountable and takes responsibility for their work. -Can work with colleagues with little or no technical knowledge.
Assessment methods
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence 75% Cultural fit 5% Price 20%
EXPERIENCE
Essential skills and experience
  • Excellent Python skills
  • Experience of Python tooling development
  • Experience of processing XML in Python
  • Experience of processing JSON in Python
  • Experience of designing tooling that reads and generates metadata
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Experience of Agile working practices
  • 2 years experience in this area
Nice-to-have skills and experience
  • Experience of COBOL
  • Experience of SQL

Closing date for applications: 13/10/2022

Python Developer 1 (D)

Closing date for applications: 13/10/2022


Specialist role:

Developer

Location:

North West England

Organisation:

DWP Digital - Benefit Payment Systems (JSAPS, PSCS, ISCS, PSCS, WPCS, IICS, SFCS)

Maximum day rate:

£500

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