IRIS Software Group is a leading global provider of mission critical software and services and one of UK’s largest privately held software companies. We help organisations to make better business decisions by developing integrated software solutions to minimise admin, make business processes more efficient and give more time to do what’s valued. We started 45 years ago with accountancy software and have evolved to be trusted by more than 100,000 customers in 135 countries around the world. We invest heavily in development using the latest processes and technologies, driven by our Indian and Romanian Product Development Centres to build the next generation of cloud-based accountancy, HR and education solutions. Our global and domestic payroll and HR solutions are used nearly five million employees. Almost one million UK employees are managed by our HR solutions, and one in eight UK employees are paid through IRIS payroll solutions. We are the largest third-party online tax filer with UK Government, and we are used by 54 of the top 100 US and 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms. We also serve over 13,000 schools and academies, and almost five million UK families use our apps to connect to their child’s school. Founded in 2005, iSAMS By IRIS is the market leader in cloud-based, multi-platform education administration solutions. Transforming the way schools store, manage and communicate information, iSAMS offers a world-class Management Information System (MIS) that is intuitive to use, flexible in its approach and accessible globally. Purpose : As a Reporting Services Developer, your main responsibility is to create high-quality reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Power BI and inhouse Report Designer. You'll also provide advice, training, and support to both new and existing iSAMS and Ed:gen customers. This role involves making sure all custom, catalogue/templates, and built-in reports are developed and delivered smoothly and on time Responsibilities : As a Reporting Services Developer in this team, your role involves the following: • Meeting deadlines, and delivering on requirements. • Keeping the Service Desk logging system accurate and up-to-date, including adding detailed notes to calls. • Collaborating with existing Report Developers to provide report development services. • Designing visually appealing reports using SSRS and Power BI • Proactively offering solutions and maintaining a high level of service. • Using remote access technology, knowledge sources, and diagnostic tools to resolve or direct tickets to appropriate teams. • Identifying recurring incidents or requests and raising awareness. • Assisting with technical and non-technical 'How To' queries as needed. • Maintaining accurate information to reduce the impact on the stakeholders, such as technical data for support forums and internal documentation. • Participating in team projects aimed at improving report quality and service efficiency. • Engaging in continuous learning and development activities within the team. • Regularly reviewing internal procedures for accuracy and proposing necessary alterations. • Maintaining a solid understanding of the iSAMS/Ed:gen product and staying current with system developments. • Undertaking other reasonable tasks or projects that support iSAMS/Ed:gen business needs and align with your capabilities • Attending in person events such as team meetings Experience : • Proficient in creating reports using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). • Understanding of Microsoft Power BI. • Strong SQL skills in T-SQL. • Prior experience in direct interaction with clients or customers. • Able to adjust smoothly to changing demands. • Approaches work with a "can do" attitude. • Willing and capable of acquiring new knowledge and skills on the job Show more Show less
About IRIS IRIS is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies, providing mission-critical cloud and on-premise solutions to more than 100,000 customers across the SME, accountancy, education, and HR & payroll sectors. Over 1 million users depend on our products daily. About the Role We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our Service Operations team within the Group Engineering function. This role is ideal for someone passionate about automation, performance optimization, and building secure and scalable systems. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing our CI/CD pipelines, deployment frameworks, monitoring systems, and cloud infrastructure across public and private environments. Your work will enable engineering teams to release high-quality software reliably and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling Manage and monitor development, test, and production environments Ensure infrastructure is secure, cost-effective, and scalable Collaborate with developers, QA, and security teams to streamline deployments Drive improvements in tooling, monitoring, and cloud infrastructure Research and recommend best-in-class technologies and practices Support both Windows and Linux systems in a cloud-first environment Requirements Must-Have Experience: 7+ years in DevOps, Site Reliability, or Cloud Engineering roles Strong experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Bamboo, TeamCity, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, Git) Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) Strong background in system administration (Windows Server and Linux) Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, Rackspace, or OpenStack Working knowledge of Kubernetes (preferably EKS in AWS) Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Packer, etc.) Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef) Nice to Have: Experience in Agile development environments Good understanding of networking protocols (DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, etc.) Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL database systems What We’re Looking For Technically strong, detail-oriented problem solver Excellent communicator and team collaborator Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn Passionate about automation, performance, and innovation Able to prioritize, plan, and deliver under minimal supervision
Company Overview IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies. Acquired by Hg Capital in 2018, its purpose is to be the most trusted provider of mission‑critical software and services—ensuring customers get it right first time, every time. IRIS removes process pain points so professionals in businesses and schools can focus on the work they love. Our solutions for finance, HR & payroll teams, educational organisations, and accountancy firms help clients comply with regulations, drive productivity, and engage key stakeholders. By simplifying, automating, and providing insights into everyday mission‑critical tasks, IRIS empowers organisations of all sizes to move forward with certainty and confidence. Global footprint: 100,000+ customers across 135 countries User impact: 5 million employees on our payroll & HR platforms; 1 in 8 UK employees paid via IRIS; 4 million+ parents/guardians using IRIS school apps Market leadership: Largest third‑party online filer with the UK Government; used by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms and 54 of the top 100 US CPA firms Accolades: Winner of ‘Payroll Innovation’ at the Global Payroll Association Awards for Troncmasters by IRIS Purpose of the Role As a Compliance Analyst , you will own the end‑to‑end security risk management process, enforce compliance with IRIS policies and industry standards, and maintain our security risk register. You will collaborate closely with technical stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks—serving as a critical member of IRIS’s second line of defence. Main Responsibilities Operate and continuously improve IRIS’s security risk management process Align risk practices with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST) Review identified risks; assign criticality based on our Risk Matrix and escalate out‑of‑tolerance items Serve as the central point of contact for security risk matters across the organisation Evaluate compensating controls and treatment plans for compliance effectiveness Recommend and track risk treatment plans in collaboration with risk owners and technical teams Manage security risk exceptions, ensuring proper compensating controls are documented Lead security risk review meetings and follow up on mitigation progress Keep the security risk register up to date at all times Refine processes and documentation in response to product changes or efficiency opportunities Support internal and external audits by providing risk‑related documentation and evidence Communicate clearly with project managers, consultants, support teams, and customers Person Specification Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field Accreditation in an audit framework (e.g., ISAE‑3402, SOC 1/2, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) advantageous Essential Attributes Can‑do attitude with a passion for continuous improvement Strong interpersonal skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels Ability to translate complex technical or compliance requirements into clear business terms Solid understanding of various audit standards and their respective strengths/limitations Experience & Competencies Minimum 2 years’ hands‑on experience in security risk assessment and management Proven track record maintaining risk registers and producing management risk reports Familiarity with ISAE‑3402, SOC 1/2, or ISO 27001 implementations highly desirable Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously IRIS Software Group is proud to be backed by Hg, Europe’s leading software investor. Join us and help organisations get things right first time, every time!
IRIS Software Group is a leading business software and services provider, one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies. We help organisations to make better business decisions by developing integrated software solutions to minimise admin, make business processes more efficient and give more time to do what’s valued. We started 45 years ago as an accounting software company, and have evolved to be relied on by more than 100,000 customers across 135 countries across a range of business industries. We're also trusted by more than 50 of the Top 100 CPA firms in North America to manage core business operations. Visit irisglobal.com for more information. We invest heavily in development using the latest processes and technologies, driven by our Indian & Romanian Centres of Excellence to build the next generation of cloud based accounting software, cloud HCM and cloud education solutions. Almost one million UK employees are managed by our HR software and services, and one in six UK employees are paid through IRIS payroll solutions. We are the largest third-party online tax filer with the UK Government, and we are used by 54 of the top 100 US and 93 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms. We also serve over 12,000 schools and academies, and almost four million UK families use our apps to connect to their child’s school. In 2024, we won the Payroll Innovation Award at the 2024 Global Payroll Association Awards. We were also awarded Best EdTech product: School Management Solutions in the 2024 Global EdTech Awards and won the Technical Innovation - National Supplier Award at the OnRec Awards 2024. We were also recognised in the Infinigate UK Cloud Awards for EDGE Partner of the Year and Microsoft Security Partner of the Year. We are proud of our Great Place to Work accolades, including Best Workplaces in Tech, Best Workplaces for Wellbeing and Best Workplaces for Women. Purpose : We have an exciting opportunity for a senior software engineer to join our Accountancy development team. As a successful candidate you will be working as part of the IRIS engineering function specifically on our Accountancy portfolio. This is a ‘hands-on’ technical role working with a team to deliver features, product integrations, defect resolution and technical debt changes across web and cloud products. You will be a part of a full-stack team that is accountable for all aspects of ongoing software development from the initial specification, through to developing, testing and launching. You will be responsible for the quality and on-time delivery of the software you create, liaising with other development, quality and technical staff to ensure that compliance, and other governance standards are met. You will need to be highly motivated, have strong communication and problem-solving skills. A team player that can rise to the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment and prepared to learn and apply new technical skills. This is a great opportunity for you to join a growing and investing product and customer centric business, with opportunity for you to share and grow your skillset. Responsibilities : Delivery Be cognizant of and working towards release schedules for releases including dates and stage gates for all major milestones. Build strong working relationships to liaise with other IRIS teams for release purposes e.g. DevOps, Support, QA Input to estimation process for requests coming from the business. General Hands on troubleshooting and problem-solving of software to including defect resolution and resolving production issues. Ensure consistency and adherence to SDLC and governance processes across team reporting to you. Champion nonfunctional requirements, embracing DevOps and shift to left using CI/CD pipelines. Ensure development tooling is being used consistently & effectively. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the team and efficiency . People Contribute a learning mindset within the team Supports team members and promotes healthy respectful communications Skills : Required Skills: - Solid technical grounding in Microsoft stack, AWS and the following technologies: C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, Entity Framework, LINQ, MVC5, MVC Core, Angular framework, RestAPI CI/CD pipeline Datadog Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL Terraform Experience implementing development tooling with AWS, JIRA, GIT Significant track record of delivering quality software using agile methodologies. Manage technical projects from inception to in-life maintenance and support Strong analysis and problem-solving skills used to troubleshoot and fix technical issues Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to utilize strong technical skills to develop and coach others Create documentation for software created Ability to collaborate and work as part of the wider Engineering and QA teams A learning mindset with ability to adapt to new industry trends. Desired Skills: - Experience of the Migration domain (desktop to cloud)