IAM Engineer – Java/Python Engineer - #2171478

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Role Title: IAM Engineer – Java/Python Engineer

Location: Glasgow

Contract duration: 6 Months

Pay Rate: £321 per day all inc. (Inside IR35)

Number of days a week worked in the office: 3

Work mode: Hybrid

Relevant yrs. of experience: 8+

Job Description:

• Hands-on experience with Java development, including troubleshooting, debugging, code enhancements, API/integration development, and working with enterprise Java applications.
• Hands-on experience with Python development, including building automation, utilities, APIs/integrations, data processing, troubleshooting, and production-quality scripts.
• Experience supporting IAM/Directory Services platforms, preferably PingDS (ForgeRock DS), including migration, upgrade, configuration, deployment, and production support.
• Experience developing or maintaining PingDS plugins/extensions, custom integrations, or Java-based directory services components is a strong plus.
• Experience with PingDS plugins/extensions or custom integrations is a plus; ability to understand and work with existing Java-based PingDS components is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Linux/RHEL, including filesystem, permissions, processes, services, networking fundamentals, log analysis, and performance troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Linux shell scripting (Bash or equivalent) and automation of deployment, migration, validation, and operational activities.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python and Bash/Shell, particularly for migration, deployment, reconciliation, validation, monitoring, and operational tasks.
• Familiarity with LDAP/LDAPS, directory services concepts, replication, schemas, certificates/TLS, REST APIs, JSON, and IAM security fundamentals.
• Experience with modern development and engineering practices and tools such as Git, CI/CD pipelines, Maven/Gradle, Python package management, testing frameworks, code reviews, and secure coding practices.
• Basic understanding of AI/GenAI concepts and practical experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT or equivalent) for code generation, refactoring, development, scripting, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting, with appropriate validation and secure-use practices.
• C/C++ experience will be a plus.

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.