MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

About the Company

With a global team of specialist recruitment consultants and support staff, MCS Group provides talent solutions in the US, UK, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Since 2008 our mission has been to raise the bar, set the standard, and be the modern benchmark for international recruitment.

We're passionate about what we do, and this commitment and passion run deep through our core specialisms and sectors; IT & Digital, Accountancy & Finance, Sales & Marketing, HR, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, Technical and Engineering, where we have changed thousands of lives by placing the most talented individuals in the best roles.

We truly go above and beyond for our clients and candidates, providing a service built on strong ethics, expert knowledge, and unrivalled passion which has resulted in us winning countless awards including Recruiter magazine's prestigious Investing in Talent Award for Best Contractor Care and being awarded Investor in People, We Invest in People Gold.

At MCS we love to talk, you can reach us today on:
UK
Belfast: +44 (0) 28 9023 5456
London: +44 (0) 20 38546666
Glasgow: +44 (0) 141 3276666
Email: info@mcsgroup.jobs

USA:
Boston: +1 617 861 4588
Email: usa@mcsgroup.jobs

Ireland:
Dublin: + 353 1906 9574
Email: ireland@mcsgroup.jobs

Listed Jobs

Company Name

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Job Title

Senior Engineer (Operations)

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineer (Operations) Role Summary Lead power system operations and analysis within a System Operations team, ensuring grid reliability, compliance with network codes, and effective control centre readiness. Drive technical policy development, audits, market analysis, data validation, and tariff modelling to support the future of the electricity system. Expectations - Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in power system operations. - Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Power or equivalent). - Proven ability to influence stakeholders, deliver results, and work collaboratively in a team. - Strong organisational, communication and analytical skills; comfortable handling large datasets. - Innovative, detail‑oriented and adaptable to evolving industry requirements. Key Responsibilities - Plan, analyse and deliver power system operations activities. - Manage Grid and Network Code compliance and updates. - Ensure Control Centre readiness and operational compliance. - Develop and audit technical policies and procedures. - Conduct market analysis, validate data, and model tariffs. - Collaborate with internal teams, customers and industry stakeholders. - Support critical projects shaping the electricity system’s future. Required Skills - In‑depth knowledge of power system operations and grid management. - Strong analytical capability with proficiency in large dataset handling. - Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and influence. - Team collaboration and multi‑tasking. - Organizational and problem‑solving skills. - Adaptability, innovation and meticulous attention to detail. Required Education & Certifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Power or related). - Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience in power system operations. - Professional registration (e.g., CEng, PEng) desirable but not mandatory.

Belfast, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

24-11-2025

Company Name

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Job Title

Senior Systems Administrator (12 Month FTC)

Job Description

**Job title:** Senior Systems Administrator (12 Month FTC) **Role Summary:** Provide global operational support for the organization’s room and desk booking platform. Act as subject‑matter expert, trusted advisor, and liaison between business services, IT, suppliers, and practice groups. Lead support for major projects (e.g., office relocations), coordinate cross‑functional teams, deliver change management and training, and manage system upgrades and defect resolution. **Expectations:** - Deliver first‑class, proactive support to internal stakeholders worldwide. - Maintain high availability and reliability of the booking system. - Ensure timely resolution of incidents and proactive communication of enhancements. - Build strong client relationships and maximise system value. **Key Responsibilities:** - Global operational support for room/desk booking system. - Serve as SME and trusted advisor to stakeholders. - Collaborate with business services, IT, suppliers, and legal groups. - Support major projects (London office move, NYC rollout). - Coordinate cross‑functional deliverables and team activities. - Provide change management support and training for new features. - Manage system upgrades: test, update scripts, communicate improvements. - Log, trace, and escalated defects to suppliers; recommend resolution. - Represent project team in internal and external meetings. - Build and maintain strong client relationships to maximise system value. **Required Skills:** - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Strong interpersonal and stakeholder‑management abilities. - Customer‑oriented mindset, able to anticipate client needs. - Ability to manage high‑volume requests and demanding clients. - Experience with room and desk booking systems (desired). - Proactive and organized with strong problem‑solving skills. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience). - Relevant IT certifications (e.g., Microsoft, cloud, or system‑administration) preferred but not mandatory.

Belfast, United kingdom

On site

Senior

24-11-2025

Company Name

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Job Title

Mid-level Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Mid-Level Software Engineer Role Summary: Mid-level engineer responsible for end‑to‑end delivery of product features across front‑end, back‑end, and mobile platforms, while shaping architecture and influencing product direction. Works with a modern stack (React/Next.js, React Native, Node.js, Python, cloud‑native tools, event‑driven systems) and collaborates closely with design and product teams. Expectations: Own feature development from concept through deployment and iteration, maintain high code quality, enforce best practices, and mentor junior engineers. Demonstrate strong communication, problem‑solving, and rapid delivery skills. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and ship robust APIs and UI components. - Build and maintain feature functionality across web, mobile, and server layers. - Integrate cloud tooling, data services, and event‑driven patterns. - Participate in architecture discussions and technical decision‑making. - Mentor junior developers and propagate coding standards. - Collaborate with product managers and designers to refine requirements. Required Skills: - 2–4+ years of production software delivery experience. - Expertise in a modern JavaScript framework (React/Next.js). - Practical knowledge of Python and full‑stack development. - Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevOps workflows. - Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Belfast, United kingdom

Hybrid

Mid level

02-12-2025

Company Name

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Job Title

Junior Software Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Junior Software Engineer Role Summary: Entry‑level full‑stack engineer contributing to a cloud‑first digital platform, working across web, mobile, and data layers to ship user‑facing features. Expectations: 0–2 years of experience (internships, projects, placements), genuine interest in full‑stack development, familiarity with at least one modern programming language, and a proactive, learning‑oriented mindset. Key Responsibilities: • Build and maintain features for web and mobile applications. • Develop and consume APIs, manage databases, and leverage cloud services. • Pair with senior engineers to influence product decisions and architectural direction. • Participate in testing, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Translate user feedback into product iterations. Required Skills: • Proficiency in at least one modern language (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Python). • Experience with React, Next.js, or React Native for front‑end work. • Basic knowledge of Node.js for back‑end services. • Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and relational or NoSQL databases. • Understanding of API design, RESTful services, and asynchronous communication. • Familiarity with testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git). • Strong collaboration, communication, and eagerness to learn. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Belfast, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

02-12-2025