Bruin Financial & Professional Services

Our client , a rapidly growing financial services organisation, is expanding their technology division and is looking for a talented Backend Software Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on several key projects, helping shape the future of their technology platforms and cloud security services. The Role: Based in Manchester (3 days per week in office, Tuesday-Thursday), the successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining modern cloud-based systems. You will work across backend development, DevOps, and infrastructure as code, collaborating closely with global teams in Australia, the U.S., and locally in Manchester. Key Responsibilities: Backend Development (50%) Design, develop, and enhance backend services using TypeScript and NestJS . Build scalable APIs and microservices-based architectures to support business-critical applications. Implement secure authentication mechanisms, including MFA and Passkeys . Integrate with identity providers such as Auth0, Transmit Security, and Ping Identity . Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with Product Owners. DevOps / Cloud Operations (40%) Work with AWS to manage, optimise, and secure cloud infrastructure. Deploy and maintain services across development, testing, and production environments. Detect and prevent security threats, including account takeover attempts. Drive continuous improvement in technical standards, tools, and processes. Infrastructure as Code (10%) Deploy and manage infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CDK . Ensure cloud infrastructure is resilient, efficient, and secure, aligned with industry best practices. Collaborate with architects and global teams to implement reusable and maintainable infrastructure components. Required Qualifications: Strong expertise in cloud computing and services (AWS experience preferred). Proficiency in TypeScript and REST API development ; experience with NestJS preferred. Deep understanding of cloud security principles , including IAM, networking, and encryption. Experience with web services and microservices-based architectures . Excellent communication skills, capable of bridging technical and non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with agile development methodologies; experience with Scrum is a plus. Passion for continuous learning and professional development. Why Join Our Client: Work on cutting-edge cloud security and financial technology solutions. Collaborate with a diverse, global team in the UK, Australia, and the U.S. Hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the Manchester office. Be part of a culture that values innovation, growth, and impact.

An Integration Manager with a large professional services firm that have a healthy acquisition pipeline The role is to Develop integration project plans per acquisition Develop and deliver integration milestones Managing risks and dependencies effectively Coordinate cross-functional workstreams Comms and change- draft and review internal comms/change material The role is fully remote and is starting ASAP-

We're partnered with a nationwide manufacturing business who are undertaking a major modernization project on their core application. The system has been built in bespoke PHP and Vue.js , and we're looking for a Lead PHP Developer to help drive the next phase of development. What you'll be doing Enhancing and extending an established bespoke PHP application (no heavy legacy or technical debt). Leading feature development and system improvements ahead of a major audit. Integrating with third-party platforms and services - strong API experience is a must. Applying solid OOP principles within a vanilla PHP environment. Working closely with internal teams in a fully remote setup. Tech stack PHP 8+ (vanilla / bespoke) Vue.js MySQL BitBucket & Jira Why join? Outside IR35 contract 100% remote working Immediate start Opportunity to modernize and shape a mission-critical system