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Glocomms: Cloud & Infrastructure recruitment

The Cloud & Infrastructure landscape is glowing with promise. Its transformative power empowers businesses to access resources and scale effortlessly, revolutionizing their operations. This opens up a world of opportunities for innovation and expansion, presenting job seekers with a thriving demand for cloud infrastructure skills.

Navigating the complexities of cloud and infrastructure hiring can be challenging. At Glocomms, we excel in this domain, boasting a team of skilled consultants dedicated to connecting businesses with the perfect candidates, be it for permanent positions or freelance/contract work. Our profound knowledge of the cloud and infrastructure industry ensures a swift and effective match, tailored to your unique requirements.

Rest assured that Glocomms will swiftly and efficiently meet all your cloud and infrastructure needs. Our expertise in finding the ideal candidates guarantees exceptional results. Let us guide you in discovering the perfect cloud and infrastructure candidates for your business today.

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Our Cloud & Infrastructure recruitment specialists support growing technology businesses source the right go-to-market strategy talent, manage the recruitment process and facilitate onboarding. With multi-lingual language support, we provide international recruitment expertise to secure business-critical talent across Europe.

Our highly efficient vendor and end-user model, supporting both vendors who bring products to market and end-users who install these products in their businesses, provides us with a unique view of the technology space. Through this level of market penetration, we fully understand dynamics like the competitive landscape or up and coming product features, equipping us with market insights that feed right back into your talent strategy.

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We have a decade’s worth of commercial services experience as a leading talent partner in Technology.

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Whether you seek swift placement for pivotal roles or aspire for strategic talent acquisition solutions, our arsenal of resources and proficiency ensures successful outcomes. Share your job opening with us today.

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Cloud & Infrastructure Jobs

IAM Architect

IAM Architect Paris, Ile-de-France - French and English Speaking 1 Day per Week on-site in Paris Start Date : 15/04/2024 Initial Contract until 31/12/24, followed by a 12-Month extension Daily Rate : 600-900€ Customer Details Our customer is one of the World's biggest Insurance Groups who have close to 200,000 employees globally. They have teams split across the globe who all contribute towards the Group's IT Operations and Project work. The team have just had the approval to select a new IAM vendor ready to be designed and implemented by the end of the summer and are looking for an Architect to support them in this process! The customer really understands how critical of a hire this is for them, so are more focused on someones skills and personality as opposed to a Daily Cost! Meaning they can be more flexible than usual on this demand. Glocomms have worked closely with the customer on a Global scale for the last 5 years and have been responsible for a big number of key hires into the business! Job Details IAM Architect Primary responsibilities will include : Conducting the initial gap analysis across the business, speaking with Senior stakeholders across the entities to understand business needs and identifying current practises and tools in use. Secondly you will be reporting on your findings before speaking with vendors to run demo's and to select a new tool alongside the Management team. After this the POC will begin, where you be responsible for delivering a concept to the Senior Level Management and once approved, leading the Design phase! Tech Stack : Experience with tools like Azure AD, EntraID, Okta, SailPoint, JumpCloud, Oracle IAM,PingIdentity etc.. would be hugely beneficial, obviously an understanding of PAM tools, Operating Systems and Infrastructure are also required. The team is mostly based in France and the majority of the work will be completed in French, but there are colleagues based across the globe so a business level of English will be needed for wider team meetings. After this assignment has been completed there is the potential for further contracts, this will likely take you up to the end of 2025! No certifications are required, but any relevant IAM, Systems, Cyber Security or PAM certificates will certainly go a long way in supporting your application. Get in Touch james.evans(@)glocomms.com +44 203 758 8905 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesevansglocomms/

€600 - €900 per day
Paris
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Linux Engineer

Job: Linux Engineer Duration: 12 months extendable (Long-term) Location: Fully Remote (Client based in France) Industry: Retail Company Overview: The client is a leading retail company based in France, committed to providing exceptional customer experiences through innovative technology solutions. As part of their ongoing digital transformation, they are seeking a talented Freelance Linux Engineer to join their team for a long-term, fully remote mission. Job Description: As a Linux Engineer, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing the client's Linux-based systems and infrastructure to support their retail operations. Their expertise will be instrumental in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the IT environment. Key Responsibilities: Designs, deploys, and maintains Linux servers and systems, including configuration, patching, and troubleshooting. Implements automation tools and scripts for system provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring. Performs regular system updates, upgrades, and migrations to ensure optimal performance and security. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and address infrastructure needs and requirements. Monitors system performance and capacity, troubleshoots issues, and implements proactive measures to prevent downtime. Implements and maintains security measures, including access controls, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. Develops and maintains documentation, procedures, and best practices for system administration and operations. Provides technical support and assistance to internal teams and stakeholders as needed. Additional Responsibilities: The selected candidate will lead the migration of the client's legacy on-premises Linux systems to a modern cloud-based infrastructure, leveraging technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker for containerization and orchestration. This project will involve designing scalable and resilient Linux-based solutions to support retail applications and services, ensuring high availability and performance. Additionally, they will collaborate with development teams to optimize Linux environments for the e-commerce platform, implementing continuous integration and delivery pipelines using tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD. Required Skills: Strong experience in Linux system administration, including CentOS, Red Hat, or Ubuntu. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and scripting tasks. Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes. Knowledge of configuration management tools like Ansible or Puppet. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP is a plus. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Linux Engineer to contribute to the success of the client's retail business through the optimization and maintenance of their Linux infrastructure. If you are passionate about Linux systems and thrive in a remote work environment, we encourage you to apply.

€700 - €800 per day
France
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Senior Associate ~ IT Systems Admin

Position: Senior IT Systems Administrator Associate Location: Billerica, MA Overview: As a Senior Associate in IT Systems Administration, you will oversee the day-to-day management of GxP Computerized Systems within QC Analytical Lab Manufacturing and other regulatory operations. This includes handling networked and standalone instruments, firmware-based tools, HMI's, SCADA systems, and GxP application software across manufacturing sites in North America. Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders, instrument vendors, and IT colleagues to implement, administer, and support GxP applications and systems in controlled laboratory and manufacturing environments. Manage GxP Systems Inventory, User Access, and ensure compliance with cGMP principles and internal SOPs and regulatory requirements. Support new system implementations, ensuring alignment with business needs and adherence to IT policies, compliance standards, and GxP requirements. Conduct Periodic Reviews to ensure system compliance with company procedures and regulatory guidelines. Assist in QMS processes within IT, including change control impact assessments and managing deviations and incidents. Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance IT operations. Collaborate with stakeholders globally to implement best GxP IT practices. Support IT audits from regulatory bodies, customers, and other relevant parties. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Computer Science, or related field preferred. Strong understanding of GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, Computer System Validation, and Quality Management System. Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and adapt to changing workloads. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications. Team player with the ability to work with individuals at all levels. Willingness to travel up to 25%-30% of the time. Experience: 6-7+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and administering GxP systems, applications, and instruments in manufacturing and/or quality settings. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Negotiable
Billerica
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Senior Account Executive France - ERP/ HCM(m/f/d)

Mon client est un grand IT Services Provider spécialiste de la transformation numérique et cloud. Actuellement a la recherche d'un Senior Account Executive ERP/HCM pour le marché francais. Responsabilités: Le Senior Account Executive sera la premiere personne sur le terrain pour pénétrer le marché francais et vendre les Applications SaaS Oracle ERP/HCM (licences et services). Le role consiste principalement a acquérir de nouveaux logos. Gérer plusieurs comptes de developper de solides relations avec tous les points de contact clients. Favoriser la fidélisation des clients, les renouvellements ainsi que la satisfaction des clients. Atteindre et dépasser vos quotas trimestre apres trimestre. Travailler en partenariat avec les équipes internes pour comprendre les objectifs clients et les principaux indicateurs de performance. Compétences et expérience requises: Minimum de 7+ans d'expérience en Business Development. Fluent en Francais et en Anglais. Une solide expéience en ERP ou/et HCM. Expérience démontrée dans la réalisation d'objectifs de vente. Mentalité de chasseur Sens des affaires, capacité a prendre des décisions stratégiques, sens de l'analyse et de l'organisation. Ce que ce poste vous offre: Une progression de carriere claire. Poste en Remote Package compétitif Si vous etes intéréssé, merci de me contacter directement via cette address email: ou +49 30 166340766

Negotiable
France
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Systems & DevOps Engineer - 100% remote

DevOps Engineer - Linux Systems Job summary: We are looking for a DevOps Engineer specializing in Linux systems to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in system administration, automation and a deep understanding of DevOps methodologies. The role involves collaborating with development and IT teams to improve our ongoing integration, deployment and monitoring processes. Responsibilities: Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Implement and manage infrastructure as code using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Automate provisioning and configuration of Linux-based infrastructure. Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Design, implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable software delivery. Collaborate with development teams to integrate automated testing and deployment processes. Linux system administration: Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability and performance. Implement security measures and regularly update systems for optimal performance. Containerization and orchestration: Work with containerization technologies such as Docker. Implement and manage container orchestration using Kubernetes. Experience: Proven experience as a DevOps engineer, system administrator or similar role. Strong command of Linux system administration and troubleshooting. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef). Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Travis CI, etc.). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Scripting skills in Bash, Python or similar languages. Knowledge of version control systems (Git, SVN).

€400 - €700 per day
Copenhagen
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Senior Site Reliability Engineer

The Company: Our client is one of the world's leading social media companies. This platform allows innovative avenues to express creativity, explore interests, and most importantly global connectivity. Having over a billion users, this company pursues the best of the best engineering talent, while also forming dynamic teams who, like the users, are intelligent, compassionate, and creative! Responsibilities: Participate in and enhance the complete service lifecycle, from inception and design, through development, capacity planning, launch reviews, deployment, operation, and refinement. Design and implement software platforms and monitoring frameworks to govern service-oriented architecture (SOA) efficiently, automatically, and intelligently. Develop and manage components of cloud-managed data infrastructure, encompassing technologies such as Kubernetes, Redis, MySQL, Flink, and more. Establish sustainable mechanisms for scaling systems, such as automation, to drive enhancements in reliability, efficiency, and velocity. Provide sustainable user support, manage incident responses, and conduct blameless postmortems as part of our ongoing efforts to improve our systems. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field with 5+ years of experience 3 YOE programming in Python 3 YOE building CI/CD pipelines Strong familiarity with Unix/Linux system internals, networking, and distributed systems Additional Information: Same position available in San Jose and Seattle! Work Model: Fully onsite in San Jose, Hybrid (3 in, 2 remote) in Seattle Pay Structure: Base + Bonus + RSUs Complete, Competitive Benefits Package No C2C at this time

US$160000 - US$280000 per annum + Bonus, RSU's
San Jose
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CyberArk Consultant

Glocomms are currently working with a leading insurance company who are in urgent need of a CyberArk Consultant to join them on a long-term freelance project. Role: CyberArk Consultant Contract: 12 Months Location: Full Remote Daily Rate: 800 - 900 EUR Languages: English Tasks: * Responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and integrating Privilege and Identity Access Management systems and solutions * Assessing requirements for Privilege Access Management (PAM) solutions to meet stakeholders needs * Design technical cybersecurity controls and define standards and best practices in the application of PAM principles and best practices for the public cloud, across the enterprise, and in secure application design * Drive requirements and design specifications for privileged access management solutions and direct others in performing these activities * Provides regular reports to leadership regarding security, capacity, usage, and licensing * Provide support for production PAM infrastructure systems and processes * Identify and document privileged account management business and technical use cases * Develop PAM best practices and solutions for common client problems * Responsible for designing, and implementing PAM solutions * Responsible for Privileged User account administration of various platforms like Windows, UNIX, Databases, Kubernetes using privilege access management products like CyberArk, Teleport * Delivery of the Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies, including accounts management, credentials management, secrets management, and software and systems patching * Responsibilities include identifying, analyzing, and resolving systems design weaknesses, prioritizing troubleshooting efforts, and pinpointing resolutions to complex issues surrounding access to systems

€800 - €900 per day
England
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Lead Cloud Security & Infrastructure Engineer

I'm partnered with a generative AI powered research and data company to bring on a Cloud Security Infrastructure Engineer to their team. My client leverages cutting edge developments in AI and LLM's (Large Language Models) to provide a new platform for search, analysis, and knowledge discovery which they apply to specific business needs. My clients platform has gained a ton of traction among global hedge funds, investment banks, private equity firms, and institutional investors. This position is the first security hire for the team, and are looking for highly technical individuals aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. This is a great opportunity to have immense impact and also grow with the company while working on innovative technology. This is an on site opportunity based in NYC and compensation will be a combination of a base salary + equity (bulk of compensation). Qualifications Include: 5+ years of experience as a cloud architect or similar role, working with at least one cloud platform, with a preference for AWS or Azure Thorough understanding of cloud security concepts, including authentication/authorization using OAuth, and managing JWT tokens Expertise with Terraform or other infra-as-code language Experience with at least one compliance framework (SOC2, HIPAA) Experience writing Python and Bash scripts to automate workflows Excellent communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience with Kubernetes Apply now if this sounds like a fit for you!

Negotiable
New York
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Virtualisation Engineer

We have a current opportunity for a Virtualisation Engineer on a contract basis. The position will be based in Paris. For further information about this position please apply. Virtualization Engineer Contract Duration: 12 months (Part of a 2-year project) Remote Work: 10 days per month Remote Location: Paris or Toulouse, France Language Skills: Fluent in French, Proficient in Technical English Job Description: Join an esteemed Global Investment Bank as a Virtualization Engineer! 🚀 In this role, you'll be responsible for administering and advancing highly automated virtualization platforms. With a fleet comprising approximately 2400 ESXs and over 60,000 VMs, you'll oversee the evolution of supervision, compliance, and platform capacity planning monitoring tools. Responsibilities: Troubleshooting and capacity planning, with a focus on exporting data to automation teams. Scripting in PowerShell to streamline data export processes and create presentations of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support business growth while optimizing virtualization platforms in a complex environment. Contribute to technical and business projects in collaboration with network, storage, and DevOps teams. Develop and implement industrialization and automation solutions. Deploy and maintain monitoring and compliance control tools for infrastructure including ESXi, NSX, and VSAN virtualization. Provide L3 support for server teams. Manage the MCO (Maintenance, Change, Operation) of the VROPS and Log Insight supervision platforms. Handle incidents, requests, and problem-solving effectively. Requirements: Proficiency in ESXi, NSX, VSAN technologies, vROPS, Log Insight, and PowerShell scripting. Strong scripting skills with a keen eye for automation opportunities. Competency in using APIs and applying DevOps methodologies is a bonus. Knowledge of SAN technologies would be advantageous. Familiarity with DEVOPS practices is highly desirable. Join this innovative team and be part of shaping the future of virtualization technology! 🌟

Negotiable
France
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Senior Systems Engineer

The client is a premier global law firm renowned for delivering innovative legal solutions to leading financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies worldwide. Operating across Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., they offer personalized services tailored to meet their clients' diverse needs. As a forefront player in the legal industry, they are dedicated to fostering a culture of service, innovation, and professional advancement. We are currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. The Senior Systems Engineer will be an integral part of our team of seasoned professionals, possessing expert knowledge in core infrastructure technologies such as networking, storage, computing, messaging and mobility systems, cloud-based services, and operational security. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and maintaining advanced technical solutions for both new and existing systems. Key responsibilities of the role include: Designing, implementing, and managing firm systems including networks, storage, Exchange, servers (both physical and virtual), Active Directory, Group Policy, Certificate Services, authentication systems, and remote access and mobility systems. Administering and supporting cloud-based systems and related services such as Azure, Office365, and AWS. Ensuring optimal performance of systems and conducting frequent and long-term maintenance tasks alongside user-facing management. Providing expert-level support through escalated technical assistance and serving as a mentor to other IT team members. Creating and distributing technical documentation for all assigned systems and projects, including processes, procedures, troubleshooting guides, training materials, and change management logs. Establishing and maintaining relationships with IT external customers, vendors, and partners. Participating in an on-call rotation and being prepared for occasional overtime, non-standard hours, and travel as required. Required Proficiencies: Ability to manage enterprise-wide technology infrastructure and multiple infrastructure components. Solid understanding of encryption technologies and foundational knowledge of ITIL (certification preferred). Proficiency in Agile, KanBan, or similar project methodologies. Expertise in designing and implementing IT infrastructure systems within large-scale Microsoft Windows-based enterprise environments. Advanced knowledge in Active Directory design, support, and administration. Demonstrated proficiency in IP networks design and management, as well as network and storage design and maintenance (SAN, NAS). Advanced skills in various systems, servers, and protocols (VMware, Windows Server, TCP/IP, DNS). Proficiency in PowerShell development, monitoring solutions, enterprise backup software, and cyber risk management techniques. Qualifications: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or related field (preferred). Minimum 5 years of experience with VMware technologies and as a System Engineer over Microsoft server systems. Minimum 5 years of experience designing, building, securing, and managing virtualization technologies based on the VMware stack. Experience working with vSAN and NSX. Minimum 7 years of systems analysis and 5 years of experience with storage technologies. They offer an excellent career opportunity within a collaborative environment, along with a competitive total compensation package including bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability. The salary range for this position is between $119,700 and $173,600 annually, with actual pay based on experience and relevant factors.

US$119700 - US$173600 per year
Los Angeles
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VmWare Architect

We have a current opportunity for a VmWare Architect on a contract basis. The position will be with a client based in France however fully remote working is available. For further information about this position please apply. VmWare Archtiect Contract: 12 months extendable Location: France Fully Remote Start date: ASAP Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled VMware Architect to join our team on a fully remote freelance contract basis for a 3-year project with a client in the financial services industry. As a VMware Architect, you will be responsible for ensuring the architectural design of solutions, with a focus on VMware technologies. You will collaborate closely with the main VMware cloud architect of the service and operational teams to provide consultation on change planning, integration of solutions with existing systems, and implementation. Responsibilities: Lead the design of VMware solutions, ensuring alignment with project requirements and industry best practices. Provide expert consultation on change planning, including integration of solutions with existing systems. Collaborate with the main VMware cloud architect of the service and operational teams to ensure successful implementation of solutions. Develop change plans and designs for advanced Networking, vCloud Director, and migration to VMware VC. Act as a subject matter expert on VMware technologies, including vSphere, NSX-T, vSAN, and vCloud Director. Maintain awareness of emerging VMware technologies and recommend their adoption as appropriate. Ensure adherence to project timelines and deliverables. Requirements: 5+ years of experience working as an Architect in the IT industry. Strong knowledge of VMware technologies, including vSphere, NSX-T, vSAN, and vCloud Director. Certification in VCAP-DCV Design and VCAP-NV Design is a plus, but not required. Proven experience in designing and implementing VMware solutions for enterprise environments. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in remote environments. Prior experience working in the financial services industry is preferred, but not required. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

€700 - €950 per day
France
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Senior IAM Consultant - Remote

Senior Consultant - Identity and Access Management - Remote Opportunity Fully remote Office location: Paris, France Start date: March 18th 2024 Long term project on a 6-month rolling contract Day rate: €600-€800 Customer Details: A prominent European tech company, with 55,000 employees across almost 30 countries, is renowned for its expertise in consulting, digital services, and software publishing. Specialising in driving digital transformation for clients, the company offers comprehensive solutions that address the competitive challenges faced by large corporations and organisations, blending sector-specific knowledge with innovative technologies in a collaborative manner. The customer offers a great opportunity of being a leading figure in their AD projects, 3 days per week in Home Office and a long-term engagement. Glocomms have worked with this customer for the past 4 years, have many consultants working within the business at the moment and have a great working relationship together. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and document new and existing services in alignment with our roadmap, with a strategic focus on the cloud-based Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Service. Collaborate closely with the roadmap team to ensure seamless integration and alignment with organisational goals. Engage with customers to comprehend their requirements, translating them into effective services that meet business needs and provide value for money. Qualifications: At least 2 years of hands-on experience introducing Active Directory and/or Entra ID (Azure AD), demonstrating proficiency in Identity and Access Management. In-depth knowledge of leading IAM tool installations. Solid understanding of enterprise structures with user bases exceeding 50k. Ability to work independently, demonstrating effective task prioritisation and organisation under time and workload pressure. Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English, facilitating cross-region collaboration with global teams. Get in touch today to find out more about this exciting opportunity with a industry leading customer!

€600 - €800 per day
Paris
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News & Insights

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Performance over Presence

​For the past year, the high-speed mass adoption of flexible working required employers to redefine and re-examine the workplace. As expected, forward-thinking Tech and IT companies that embrace digital transformation were the ones that continued to thrive in this new environment. If flexible agility, cloud technology, and secure infrastructures are signs of permanent change, what does this mean for technology firms? ​Our latest Career Insight, ‘Performance over Presence’ offers an in-depth analysis into the hybrid-remote approach; a business model which intertwines remote with working present on-site. If the evolving experience-based hybrid approach is to be established, institutions may be likely to explore the potential benefits and caveats to this structure.Does the hybrid-remote model support workers and simultaneously avoid an eroding of company culture? How can leaders manage performance with geographically dispersed teams? Can hybrid working arrangements prevent a cacophony between employers and employees? At Glocomms, these are the questions that have defined our post-pandemic conversations. Perhaps, the hybrid-style approach allows employees to be part of an integrated strategy and offers a window into a more purpose-driven and brighter future for the workplace. ​

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How to Avoid a Talent Exodus Post-Pandemic

​​Nobody yet knows what the legacy of COVID-19 will be. HR and recruitment experts are increasingly concerned businesses which do survive this period will face a further crisis in the shape of talent acquisition and retention in ‘the new normal’.​Anxiety about the workforce is not new: a recent PWC study found 80% of CEOs are either extremely or somewhat concerned about their organisation’s ability to access skilled labour in the future. The Covid-19 pandemic exacerbates this problem in two ways: high-quality employees are more essential than ever, as businesses prepare to recover and relaunch; and the lockdown period has given many workers a new level of clarity about their work-life dynamic. The result could be a mass exodus of talent post-pandemic.For example, in a recent poll, 82% of tech professionals say they want their employer to encourage more working from home in the future. This is not necessarily bad news for employers: it is an opportunity to accelerate changes to workplace organisation which were already well underway before 2020 reared its head.From remote working and digital transformation to transparency, communication and support, there needs to be a wholesale rethinking of how successful employers treat their staff and go about their business post-pandemic. Leaders and management must demonstrate how much they value their talent, and provide real incentives for high calibre employees to stick with them. Download our full guideto learn more about the five fundamental ways to avoid a talent exodus and keep you seats filled with the best talent: 1. Consistent Communication 2. Transparency and Openness 3. Adapt and Innovate to meet Employees’ Needs 4. Provide Support and Authority 5. Foreground meaning and Plan for the Long Term​

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Working from Home is the Key to Diversity

​Tech companies who offer more flexible working arrangements are employers of choice; joining the ranks of tech companies like Twitter who have announced working from home will be the new norm, forever.It will come as no surprise that 82% of the tech workforce want the flexibility to work from home. It may surprise you, however, to learn that working from home can boost the participation of women, people with disabilities, and contingent workers.How can working from home boost diversity? Download this free resource to find out.

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Alleviate Video Call Fatigue With These Top 5 Tips

​​Many of us are working in a virtual office these days. For professionals working in the technology sector, that might mean more time in front of the camera than you signed up for. Even those who usually have the verve and stamina to withstand back-to-back meetings may experience video call fatigue.Why the video call fatigue?Evolving from social animals, most human communication is non-verbal. In face-to-face conversations, we gain additional meaning from the way people act. We read each other’s hand gestures, body language, and facial expressions to pick up social cues and infer meaning. For most people, it takes little conscious effort to analyze these cues. In real life, we know if someone is fidgeting or looking away frequently that it may be time for a break. Video calling can compromise these deep-rooted skills; the video quality might be poor due to a lousy internet connection, or the person might only be partially in view so you cannot read their posture on hand gestures. Unlike real-life conversations, video calling can require sustained and intense attention to glean meaning. Predominately relying on verbal communication is tiring, according to a study conducted by Marc-Andre Reinhard and Siegfried L. Sporer, creating video call fatigue.Video calling can also force the current public health crisis into the forefront of our minds; prompting anxiety and fatigue. Gianpeiero Petriglieri, Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD, argues, “The video call is our reminder of the people we have lost temporarily. It is the distress that every time you see someone online, such as your colleagues, that reminds you we should really be in the workplace together.”If you find yourself growing tired from back-to-back video calls, try one of these top 5 tips:  1. Reduce the number of faces A conference call can magnify existing issues with video calling. Commonly used video conferencing software can allow tens to hundreds of people to simultaneously share their video. This forces the central vision of the brain to decipher so many people at once that it can be difficult to concentrate and understand the speaker. Writing in the National Geographic, Julia Sklar says that “the brain becomes overwhelmed by unfamiliar excess stimuli while being hyper-focused on searching for non-verbal cues that it can’t find.” If you are attending a presentation, ask the speaker if they can turn off everyone else’s video. For re-occurring group calls, communicate to whoever is leading the meeting that you are experiencing video call fatigue. Ask if a rule can be set that video is not required, or that callers take it in turns to turn their video on when they are speaking.  2. Create different spacesThe context of our different social roles has collapsed. Today, we meet our colleagues, partners, parents, friends and employers in the same space – our computer window. This phenomenon—known as context collapse—happens when different aspects of our lives that are normally physically detached are combined to blur separation boundaries. In turn, context collapse can have negative psychological effects and the attenuation of self-identity. This is also why video calls with friends and family can also be tiring; they become associated with work and obligation.Now more than ever, we need to find ways to create buffers between different aspects of our lives. Our environment affects our decision-making and our concentration. Research finds that a work environment activates cognitive resources and association relating to work behavior; increasing decision-making abilities and concentration. If you can, create different spaces at home for your personal and professional life – even if that just means changing ends on the kitchen table or never working from the couch. Likewise, try to avoid answering text messages from friends or family during work. Creating transition periods between video calls will also prevent fatigue. Whether doing a bit of exercise, making a drink, or stretching – try a new activity between calls to help refresh yourself. 3. Give your eyes a breakWe hardly blink when we stare at screens compared to face-to-face interactions. One study found that blinking decreases by 66% from an average of 18 blinks per minute. This can cause our eyes to get more dry, irritated and tired than normal in what is known as ‘computer vision syndrome’ or digital eye strain, which 60-90% of office workers suffer varying degrees of. Other signs to look out for are blurred vision or tensions headaches. What can do you do to combat it? Try the ’20-20-20’ rule: every 20 minutes take 20 seconds to look at something 20 feet away. If you’re not sure of distance, just try and find something that is furthest from view to focus on. It’s also recommended that you take a break from all your digital devices every two hours for 15 minutes so that your eyes can have a rest. Try to position yourself where natural light is not reflecting harshly on your screen. If that isn’t possible, ask your employer if they can provide anti-glare filters; removable panels that fit over your computer screen and help prevent glare. 4. Turn off your cameraUnlike real-life conversations, video calls force you to stare at your own face for long periods of time. For some, this can be an unwelcome distraction by causing worry about your own appearance or how you are coming across. According to media and business psychologist Charlotte Armitage, “The additional psychological processing involved in attending to one’s own behavior and actions, as mirrored by the online platform, can be draining for a whole number of reasons. At the very least, it adds an additional level of stimuli that you wouldn’t have had in a face to face meeting.”Consider switching off your video, particularly if you are in listening mode or are being presented too. Several studies show that people listen more attentively to phone calls and also experience less stress, as it more closely mirrors a real-life conversation rather than feeling they are giving a performance. If you can’t turn off your camera, consider moving your screen off to the side, instead of straight ahead. This can help you concentrate better by focusing on listening rather than watching. 5. Ask if a task really needs a meetingUltimately, the only way to prevent video call fatigue is to reduce their amount. Next time you are about to schedule a meeting, or are invited to one, ask yourself if this needs to be a video call. In fact, does this task need a meeting at all? Not all decisions require a meeting, so think whether you can move a project forwards via email, chat, or even a quick phone call. With many of us working from home, fears about productivity, belonging, or even visibility may prompt us to get in front of the camera. Save yourself and your colleagues from video fatigue by hitting pause on those calendar invites.​To learn more, download How to Ace a Virtual Interview, Being Business Critical in the New Virtual Workplace, Hiring Business-Critical Talent Through Video Interviews, or How to Virtually Onboard New Talent.

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How to Ace a Virtual Interview

Video interviews have begun growing in popularity, however as the Covid-19 epidemic continues, this method of interviewing has become a prominent part of companies’ application process. But video interviews come with a new set of difficulties.For many tech professionals in Germany, a video interview may seem simple as it’s in the comfort of your own home. However making a great impression can prove more challenging compared to face-to-face interviews. Unlike a traditional in-person interview, you’re in control of your environment, so it’s important to ensure that your surroundings allow you to make the best first impression.Download this guide for top tips on how to prepare and succeed in this type of interview. From advice on your body language to preventing technology issues; this guide is here to ensure you create the best impression of yourself.

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How to Look Beyond the CV to Find the Right Talent

​While CVs are useful for hiring managers who are looking to employ within the German technology sector in terms of being able to tick the ‘must have’ boxes for required skills, there is a lot they can’t tell you about a candidate. Candidates are also likely to exaggerate about their skills and achievements on a CV, or make out they had more responsibility in a previous role than they actually held. When hiring for new roles in the tech sector, it is more useful to look beyond the CV to find those soft skills and personality traits which will fit in your unique culture and the requirements of your team. A resume, however impressive, cannot tell you if a candidate has enthusiasm, drive or an infectious positive personality. This article will help hiring managers look for these qualities during the recruitment process, and how to test a candidate beyond telling you how good they are, but instead showing you what they are capable of. ​​

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