Software Engineer - Cloud Identity (Typescript/ NodeJS)

Robert Walters; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Software Engineer in the cybersecurity domain. This role offers the chance to develop and enhance cutting-edge cloud-based security services, ensuring seamless and secure login experiences for clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement robust authentication solutions and tackle cyber threats head-on. With a hybrid work model and a focus on continuous improvement, this position promises an exciting and impactful career in technology. If you're passionate about cloud computing and security, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in cloud computing and services, preferably AWS.
• Strong skills in TypeScript and JavaScript for web services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance cloud-based cybersecurity services.
• Implement secure authentication solutions and integrate with identity providers.

Skills

Cloud Computing

TypeScript

JavaScript

REST APIs

Agile Methodologies

Tools

AWS

CloudFormation

Terraform

Node.js

GitHub

Job description

Global FS Client: Our Enterprise Security & Fraud (ES&F) team focuses on delivering secure and seamless login experiences while safeguarding against cyberattacks. Join our newly formed cybersecurity team in Europe and help defend hundreds of thousands of clients across the UK and Europe.

Senior Software Engineer - Client Identity

We manage over $7 trillion in assets worldwide, carrying a deep responsibility to protect our clients from cyber threats. Our Enterprise Security & Fraud (ES&F) team focuses on delivering secure and seamless login experiences while safeguarding against cyberattacks. Join our newly formed cybersecurity team in Europe and help defend hundreds of thousands of clients across the UK and Europe.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance modern cloud-based cybersecurity services across all layers, from database to CDN.
• Implement secure authentication solutions (MFA, Passkeys, etc.).
• Integrate with identity providers like Auth0, Transmit Security, and Ping Identity.
• Build solutions to detect and prevent account takeover attempts by bad actors.
• Improve the efficiency and resilience of cloud services.
• Drive continuous improvement of technical standards, tools, and processes.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to transform business needs into technical solutions.
• Manage deployment and operations across development, testing, and production environments.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Cloud Computing and Cloud Services (preferred: AWS) and in provisioning infrastructure with IaC tools like CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform.
• Expertise in TypeScript and JavaScript for building and consuming web services; familiarity with NestJS and microservices architectures is a plus.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and cloud security principles, including IAM, networking, and encryption.
• Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies; experience with Scrum is preferred.
• A passion for continuous learning and development, both technically and non-technically.

Our Tech Stack

AWS, CloudFormation, TypeScript, Node.js (NestJS), Auth0, Transmit Security, GitHub.

Additional Details

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

About the job

• Contract Type: CONTRACTOR
• Specialism: Technology & Digital
• Focus: Software Development/Engineering
• Industry: Financial Services
• Salary: £500 - £700 per day + NI and Pension
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Associate
• Location: City of London
• Job Reference: 8FVV8J-4FB8576C
• Date posted: 7 May 2025
• Consultant: Dane Moore