Director of Fullstack Engineering

I'm looking to speak with application security analysts to join a financial services client of mine based in Galway. This role would be a 12 month initial day rate contracting role. It will also be a hybrid position with a requirement to be onsite 1 week per month (3 weeks fully remote).

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in software engineering, with a strong emphasis on application and API security.
• Deep understanding of API technologies including REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and gRPC, as well as API gateways and authentication/authorization protocols such as OAuth2, OIDC, and JWT.
• Solid grasp of secure coding principles and the OWASP API Security Top 10.
• Awareness of common API vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Exposure to runtime security concepts, including eBPF and traffic analysis for API discovery, is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience with API security frameworks and testing tools (e.g., DAST, SAST), and familiarity with runtime API protection platforms is a plus.
• Broader application security experience—such as penetration testing, SCA, SAST, DAST, and WAF—is highly desirable.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong foundation in software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Comfortable working within agile development environments with a focus on operational reliability.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners to drive successful outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to navigate complex or ambiguous challenges and make informed decisions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and a willingness to mentor and support team members.

What You’ll Contribute

• Drive the implementation and deployment of comprehensive API security solutions.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration across platforms.
• Monitor system performance and ensure alignment with defined KPIs and SLAs.
• Fine-tune configurations to proactively identify and block API-related threats.
• Play a key role in shaping and executing API security initiatives within a broader security strategy.
• Stay informed on emerging threats and technologies, and recommend enhancements to existing frameworks.
• Embed API security into CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and monitoring.
• Build tools and scripts to improve workflows and support data analysis.
• Maintain thorough documentation to support knowledge sharing and operational continuity.

*You must be based in Ireland, and hold a stamp 4/EU Citizenship to be considered*

• Proficient in Java and/or Python with strong object-oriented programming skills
• Skilled in database systems like Snowflake and Oracle
• Hands-on experience with Spark (Java/Scala) and AWS EMR for distributed data processing
• Solid background in cloud infrastructure (AWS), including Docker and Kubernetes (EKS)
• Proven ability to build scalable, reliable ETL pipelines and design large-scale data platforms
• Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools (Maven, Jenkins, GitHub, Terraform, Docker)

I have a brand new permanent opportunity with a financial services client of mine based in Galway. This would be a hybrid position with a requirement to be onsite 1 week per month (3 weeks fully remote.

Overview:

Join a dynamic engineering team responsible for designing and maintaining a high-volume, multi-channel communication platform that supports voice, email, and web chat services. This team operates within an agile framework and is focused on delivering scalable, resilient solutions that enhance user experience across millions of interactions annually. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize routing strategies across voice and digital workflows, including skill-based routing, queuing logic, and agent selection mechanisms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions that meet business and operational goals
• Lead initiatives to improve platform reliability, scalability, and performance in a 24/7 production environment
• Contribute to the evolution of DevOps practices, including provisioning, deployment automation, and system monitoring
• Translate architectural guidelines into practical design and implementation Strategies
• Support incident response and crisis management efforts, ensuring timely resolution and communication
• Enhance observability through improved telemetry and monitoring tools to enable proactive support
• Document processes, configurations, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and compliance
• Ensure alignment with IT governance standards and contribute to policy development where needed

Required Skills & Experience:

• Solid hands-on experience in voice/routing technologies, including SIP, soft clients, and workflow automation
• Familiarity with contact center platforms and vendor solutions for complex routing configurations
• Strong command of Linux systems, containerization (Docker), and CI/CD pipeline management
• Proficient in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and experienced in full software development lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts, communicate effectively across teams, and manage priorities under pressure
• Skilled in system performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Experience supporting high-availability environments with continuous uptime requirements
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions
• Ability to mentor peers, promote best practices, and contribute to a culture of learning and innovation

You must be based in Ireland, live within a commutable distance from Galway, and have a stamp 4/EU citizenship to be considered

I have a brand new permanent position for a Director of Software Engineering. This role will fall in the enterprise security unit and will focus on infrastructure security. The role will be hybrid position, with a requirement to be onsite 1 week per month (3 weeks fully remote)

Key Skills:

• 10+ years of experience designing and building large-scale applications using languages such as Python, Go, or Java
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and infrastructure-as-code frameworks (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Terraform, AWS CDK)
• Hands-on experience deploying applications on container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
• Exposure to cloud-native services (AWS preferred, or Azure/GCP equivalents), including IAM, messaging queues, and container services
• Proficiency in data technologies such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, AWS RDS, Athena, Parquet, and PyArrow
• Experience with data pipeline development and ETL/ELT workflows
• Strong background in automated testing using frameworks like JUnit, PyUnit, Karate, or Playwright
• Practical knowledge of DevOps practices and automation pipelines

Core Competencies:

• Deep engineering expertise with a track record of building scalable, maintainable systems
• Experience in agile development environments and modern software delivery practices
• Strong understanding of software testing strategies and tools
• Ability to mentor and empower engineering teams to deliver high-impact solutions
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align technical decisions to business outcomes
• Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders and articulate complex ideas clearly
• Analytical mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions
• Commitment to continuous learning and fostering a culture of technical excellence

Please reach out to me for more information - imran.jiwo@nicollcurtin.com

I have a brand new permanent role with a financial services client of mine based in Dublin. This is a hybrid position that would require you to be onsite 1 week per month (3 weeks fully remote).

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in application security or ethical hacking.
• Strong manual testing skills, including deep familiarity with OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, and others.
• Solid understanding of authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding practices.
• Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL).
• Knowledge of web technologies and APIs (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML).
• Familiarity with enterprise frameworks (e.g., .NET, Java Spring, Struts).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Industry certifications (e.g., OSCP, GPEN, CEH) are a plus.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and execute security assessments on web and mobile platforms.
• Emulate attacker behaviour to identify and demonstrate real-world risks.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to remediate vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to internal tooling and research efforts to enhance testing capabilities.
• Stay informed on emerging threats, tools, and techniques in the cybersecurity field.

*You must be based in Ireland & hold a Stamp 4/EU Citizenship to be considered*