Software Engineer

Randstad Digital; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 129,150 - 147,600; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Adoption Software Engineer in Glasgow. This hybrid role focuses on integrating sophisticated authorisation frameworks and ensuring robust cloud-native deployments. Applicants should possess strong skills in ForgeRock or Ping Identity, along with a solid Java background. This position offers a chance to work on a mission-critical technology platform, impacting security for millions of users globally.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in authorisation frameworks using policy-as-code.
• Strong background in working with large-scale, production-grade systems.
• Deep knowledge of cloud-native deployment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the adoption of advanced authorisation frameworks.
• Guide containerisation efforts using technology platforms.
• Support deployment across AWS and hybrid setups.

Skills

ForgeRock or Ping Identity experience

Strong engineering background in Java

Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure

Experience with policy-as-code tools

Proven track record in container orchestration

Ability to take systems from development through to live support

Strong SQL and data analysis skills

Tools

AWS

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Job description

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Randstad OWOW Lean White-Belt Certified || Sr. Technical Recruiter, [e-mail] PH:(0121-368-8780) ||

Adoption Software Engineer – Authorisation and ForgeRock or Ping Identity

Location: Glasgow, London, or Radbroke (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)

Contract Length: 6 Months

Rate: £700–£800 per day (PAYE only – plus 14.54% holiday pay)

Are you a driven Software Engineer with deep expertise in authorisation, cloud tech, and policy-as-code? Ready to make a tangible impact at scale?

We're looking for an Adoption Software Engineer to join a high-performing team working on a global-scale technology platform handling 24,000+ transactions per second. In this role, you’ll drive the adoption of modern software practices, with a sharp focus on policy enforcement, access control models, and cloud-native deployment strategies.

This is your chance to influence one of the most widely used platforms in the financial services sector — helping to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance solutions for millions of users worldwide.

Your Day-to-Day

• Lead the adoption of advanced authorisation frameworks using policy-as-code (e.g. Styra OPA, OPAL)
• Work across the full stack – UI, backend, and data layers – in low-latency, high-throughput environments
• Guide containerisation efforts using OpenShift, Kubernetes, or similar platforms
• Support and optimise deployment across AWS (preferred), Azure, and hybrid/on-premise setups
• Shape best practices in RBAC, ABAC, and ReBAC implementation across engineering teams
• Use SQL and data insights to guide technical decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption of secure, scalable technologies

Must-Have Skills

• ForgeRock or Ping Identity experience – essential for integrating with enterprise-level authentication systems
• Strong engineering background in Java, with experience supporting large-scale, production-grade systems
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure – especially AWS
• Experience with policy-as-code tools and authorisation frameworks
• Proven track record in container orchestration and deployment automation
• Ability to take systems from development through to live support

Nice to Have

• Strong SQL and data analysis skills to support engineering design
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud/on-prem models and performance tuning
• Broad understanding of security and authentication protocols

Why Apply?

This is a high-impact, engineering-led opportunity where you’ll help shape the future of authorisation strategy for a mission-critical platform. You’ll work with skilled, collaborative teams and cutting-edge technologies — all while delivering measurable value at global scale.

Apply now and bring your engineering expertise to a platform that truly matters.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting, Banking, and Financial Services

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