The HP Tandem Developer plays a pivotal role in major projects by providing technical direction and expertise, focusing on systems analysis, design, development, integration, and enhancement of software solutions aligned with both business needs and IT strategies.
HP Tandem Developer
UK or Europe location.
Initial 6 month project
emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions.
We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine.
The HP Tandem Developer plays a pivotal role in major projects by providing technical direction and expertise, focusing on systems analysis, design, development, integration, and enhancement of software solutions aligned with both business needs and IT strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design, develop, and maintain fault-tolerant applications on HPE NonStop systems using TAL, C, or C++.
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Build and support mission-critical software for real-time train control, dispatching, and crew scheduling.
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Develop and optimize database solutions using NonStop SQL/MX and SQL/MP.
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Integrate applications with Enscribe file systems and Pathway server classes.
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Analyze system performance and implement improvements to enhance throughput and responsiveness.
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Troubleshoot and resolve production issues to ensure continuous system availability.
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Participate in structured change management, including software upgrades and patch deployments.
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Create and maintain technical documentation aligned with regulatory and operational standards.
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Implement secure coding practices and support audit-readiness for transportation compliance.
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Estimate development tasks, manage dependencies, and contribute to release planning.
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Collaborate with QA, operations, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.
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Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders across departments.
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Support modernization efforts through hybrid integration models (e.g., REST APIs, NSHTTP, iTP WebServer).
Skills and Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
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A minimum of 7 years of hands-on development experience on HPE NonStop (Tandem) platforms.
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Expertise in application development using TAL, C, or C++ for high-performance, fault-tolerant solutions.
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Experience in developing mission-critical applications for regulated/service-oriented industries with real-time requirements.
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Expertise in NonStop SQL/MX and SQL/MP databases.
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Proficiency in system performance analysis and troubleshooting
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Familiarity with Enscribe file structures.
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Understanding of structured change management practices.
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Experience with secure development practices.
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Familiarity with release management workflows.
Our People
The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle, from strategy to implementation. This will provide you with a broad base of experience from which to build an outstanding career.
The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle.
We pride ourselves on;
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Providing our people with a supportive culture, rooted in our values and driven by our purpose.
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Promoting a culture of inclusion, collaboration, well-being, and learning and development.
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Providing increased agility and flexibility within our hybrid working model
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Investing in employees’ growth through ongoing training and development
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Autonomy to take ownership of projects, making decisions and demonstrating individual expertise
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Providing an transparent performance and career management experience.
Our consultants are integral to delivering successful consulting engagements, addressing our clients’ most pressing business challenges, and build lasting value in disciplines such as:
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Solve sophisticated, ambiguous business, change and technology problems, bringing structure and meticulous analysis and planning, acting, and taking decisions with little strategic direction
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Build, develop and sustain trusted senior client relationships in the C-suite by remaining highly attuned to client needs
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Drive, enable and support the business, partnering with our leaders, clients, and consultants across our practices to take the best of emagine to our clients through opportunity identification/qualification, solution development/presentation
Interested?
At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds.
If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential.
“emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin”
