Harris Computer
Senior Consulting Software Developer
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Senior Consulting Software Developer
Senior Consulting Software Developer – Professional Services
Location: Remote or hybrid (with frequent travel to Gloucestershire area) Type: Full-time, permanent Employer: i2 Group, a Harris Computer company
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Consulting Software Developer to join our Professional Services team, working directly with UK clients and international partners. You’ll contribute to designing, implementing, and optimising i2 intelligence analysis platforms across their entire lifecycle—from initial planning and deployment to training and long-term optimisation.
Your expertise will ensure clients extract meaningful intelligence from complex datasets, delivering seamless collaboration and measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Implementation
- Collaborate with clients to develop bespoke roadmap strategies, including:
- Architectural design and implementation planning
- Server deployment, upgrades, and data migrations
- Performance tuning and system optimisation
- Apply end-to-end expertise across the product lifecycle to ensure smooth transitions and high adoption rates.
Platform Customisation & Integration
- Customise and extend core products (Analyst’s Notebook, iBase, Analysis Hub/Studio, TextChart) to align with client workflows and data requirements.
- Develop integrations with existing enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, EDRM, or other analytics platforms).
- Leverage hands-on coding to implement technical solutions.
Client Engagement & Requirements Management
- Gather, interpret and document complex business requirements.
- Translate technical details into user-friendly designs and configurations.
- Serve as a trusted partner to clients, explaining technical challenges in clear, actionable terms.
- Manage risks, stakeholders, and schedule progress effectively.
Performance Review & System Optimisation
- Conduct health checks and conduct performance benchmarking.
- Streamline and refine platform performance to enhance user efficiency.
- Provide actionable recommendations to improve analyst workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and extend system maturity.
Knowledge Transfer & Training Support
- Lead knowledge transfer sessions and workshops to upskill client teams.
- Develop best practice guidance and training materials on i2 products.
- Collaborate with the internal training team to enhance the broader workforce’s capabilities.
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Essential Requirements
This role is highly technical and demands both deep practical experience and client-facing expertise. Please apply only if you can evidence:
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Coding (Hands-on essential)
- JavaScript/TypeScript/reACT – Must be a core part of your development experience.
- Intermediate-to-advanced SQL Server or PostgreSQL skills (with T-SQL proficiency).
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Client-Facing Experience
- At least 3–5 years of consulting or professional services experience (minimum 2 years client-facing).
- Experience in intelligence, security, or government IT sectors is preferred.
- Strong confidence in translating technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
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Commercial & Professional Ability
- Skilled in communications, negotiation, and requirements gathering.
- Must have the ability to manage stakeholder relationships to achieve results.
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Security Clearance & Compliance
- Ability to access sensitive data complies with UK immigration rules (no sponsorship available).
- Will need to obtain relevant security clearances as a condition of the role.
Desirable Requirements
These attributes will enhance your suitability but aren’t mandatory:
- Application & Deployment
- Experience deploying or configuring applications on-demand on Windows/Linux systems.
- CI/CD awareness (e.g., familiarity with automated testing frameworks, pipelines, and tools).
- Additional Development Languages
- Knowledge of Java or C# is a bonus.
- Virtualisation & Containers
- Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, Docker, or Kubernetes.
- Domain-Specific Knowledge
- Hands-on expertise with Analyst’s Notebook, iBase, Analysis Hub/Studio, and TextChart (e.g., data connectors and visualisation tools).
- Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, IT, or a related field.
- Certifications in business or intelligence analysis (e.g., PMI-PMP, CIA, CISSP, or cybersecurity evidence-based training) are not required but could offer advantage.
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Personal Attributes
We’re looking for high-impact professionals who thrive in collaborative environments. Key qualities include:
- Client-first mindset, prompt responses, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability and collaboration to work seamlessly across disciplines.
- Proactive, growth-driven approach with an eye for detail.
- Strong ability to organise complex projects while meeting tight deadlines.
About i2 Group
As part of Harris Computer, i2 helps analysts and investigators transform raw data into actionable intelligence. Our clients include the public safety, defence, financial services, and fraud sectors, making our work directly responsible for disrupting threats and saving lives.
We welcome diversity and promote equitable opportunities. Our workplace fosters respect, ownership, and continuous development.
Tweet for more: we’re empowering the world’s best intelligence workers every day.
Benefits
As an employee of Harris UK, you’ll enjoy an extremely competitive benefits package, including:
- Annual Leave:
- 25 days + bank holidays.
- +5 Personal Days per annum (pro-rated).
- Lifestyle Rewards:
- Annual gift of £325 (or pro-rata for part-time employees) towards lifestyle spending.
- Comprehensive terms reflecting accredited parenthood leave, health plans, and pension contributions withamespace for advancement.
Supporting Your Application
The recruitment process includes:
✔ Initial interview (technical and discourse-focused). ✔ Assessment day (if required), technical presentation, or evaluation of technical samples. ✔ Adjustments & D&I Initiatives: We aim for all interviews to be accessible. If you have specific needs or require adjustments for success (e.g. exam conditions, additional time, etc.), please inform the recruitment team as early as possible in your application process.
We’re committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and supportive experience for all candidates.
– Eloquent. Empowering. – www.harris.com
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