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Senior Software Engineer – Identity & Authentication

United Kingdom, London · Job Posted June 03, 2026
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In the European Client Identity team, we are building and operating Vanguard's authentication and MFA platform used by hundreds of thousands of clients across the UK and Europe. This is a hands-on senior full-stack role focused on designing, building, deploying, and operating cloud-based identity services. You will contribute across backend APIs, cloud infrastructure, and frontend experiences — with React as the preferred frontend framework for new UI work. You will work in a highly regulated environment where security, reliability, and operational discipline matter. You don't need to be an identity expert on day one — but you do need strong full-stack fundamentals, cloud experience, and a responsible, methodical engineering mindset.

Job Responsibility

  • Build and evolve backend services that support login, MFA, and client authentication
  • Design and implement REST APIs using NestJS

Requirements

  • Strong full-stack fundamentals
  • cloud experience
  • responsible, methodical engineering mindset

What we offer

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • industry-leading retirement savings plans
  • best-in-class medical coverage
  • on-site clinics and fitness centers
  • savings plans for medical expenses now and in retirement
  • access to leading mental health resources and providers
  • generous paid time off
  • educational and training opportunities
  • leadership support
  • educational assistance plans
  • professional designations
  • mentoring
  • formal coaching and training
  • recognition programs

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