Lead Software Engineer – AI, Agentic Development
Permanent – Hybrid
Greater Manchester area
Join our client as either a Lead or Senior Engineer, taking a significant role in shaping the next generation of AI‑enabled software delivery. This position embraces emerging AI tooling, where you’ll design, build and augment intelligent agent‑based workflows that transform how teams build, test, review and deploy software.
This is not about code re-use or simple code autocompletion. It’s an opportunity to act as a lead for a distributed ecosystem of ‘coding agents’, developing the logic, structures and governance that allow multi‑agent systems to collaborate as part of a modern engineering function. If you’re excited by experimentation, advanced AI‑assisted development, and driving best practice in a rapidly evolving space, this role offers a rare chance to influence engineering culture at scale.
Duties of the Senior Software Engineer will include:
• Design and implement multi‑agent development workflows (e.g., writer, reviewer, tester, deployer agents).
• Develop prompts, behavioural logic, and composition frameworks that guide autonomous coding agents.
• Enable safe and structured agent access to tools such as file systems, source control, test harnesses, and internal APIs.
• Evaluate and refine AI agent performance, assessing collaboration patterns, output quality, and feedback loops.
• Lead and contribute to architectural discussions on AI‑driven build systems, automated generation, and intelligent pipeline design.
• Prototype new AI‑powered developer experiences using LLMs, vector stores, and internal knowledge bases.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams on AI‑enhanced tooling for internal users.
• Help define AI evaluation standards; reliability, accuracy, velocity, impact.
• Mentor others colleagues applying generative AI to real-world development workflows.
• Mentor others colleagues applying generative AI to UI prototyping and automation.
• Champion secure integration of generative AI into regulated environments.
• Participate in the engineering on‑call rotation.
To progress in the Sen Software Engineer role, your experience should include:
• 5+ years’ software engineering experience across both backend and frontend stacks.
• A strong proficiency in various development languages, inc; Java / TypeScript / React.
• Strong relational databases skills, ideally MySQL.
• Practical experience using modern AI‑assisted development tooling—such as Cursor, Windsurf, LLM APIs, code‑generation frameworks, vector databases, and agentic platforms such as LangChain.
• A product mindset focused on building tools & systems deliver real‑world value.
• A demonstrable focus on experimentation, iteration, continuous learning, and evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Ability to operate effectively in regularly evolving, ambiguous environments and contribute to the creation of emerging standards and best practices.
Rewards & Benefits
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid working model aligned to team and project needs. (typically, 60% in office)
• Comprehensive benefits package inc. pension, private health, dental & vision care.
• Professional development pathways, including advanced technical training.
• A highly collaborative working environment that values innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Keywords
Agentic Engineering, Software Engineering, AI Engineering, AI Development, Agentic Development, AI‑Enabled Engineering, Multi‑Agent Systems, Generative AI, Java, TypeScript, React, MySQL, LLMs, Cursor, Windsurf, Agentic IDE’s, LLM API’s, Langchain, Code Automation, Developer Tooling, Software Engineering, Agentic Frameworks, Codeium, Lang Chain, Codegen, CI/CD, Vector Databases, Intelligent Pipelines, AI‑Assisted Development, AutoGen, CrewAI, LangGraph, Platform Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Large language models, Antigravity, Anthropic, Claude Code.
Full Stack Engineer (GoLang / TypeScript / JavaScript)
Permanent – Hybrid
Greater Manchester
Join a leading digital‑first organisation undergoing a major transformation of its core products and platforms. As a Full-Stack Engineer, you will play a key role in modernising complex legacy systems, reshaping established on‑premise solutions into scalable, cloud‑native services and driving next-gen services.
This is an opportunity to work within a collaborative, high‑performing engineering function that values autonomy, rapid iteration, and technical excellence. You’ll help deliver the next generation of workflow technologies used across a broad and diverse customer base — all while embracing modern engineering practices and emerging tooling.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, build, and maintain highly scalable workflow services — at the core of the platform is a sophisticated workflow engine that drives customer operations.
• Develop cloud‑native, API‑driven solutions using modern architectures and patterns.
• Contribute to predictable, iterative delivery cycles.
• Support the evolution of on‑prem components into fully cloud‑optimised services using contemporary deployment methods.
• Ensure solutions are testable, maintainable, and instrumented for performance, reliability, and supportability.
Skills & Experience Required
• A passion for automation and building services easy to test, monitor, maintain.
• Strong working knowledge of TypeScript / JavaScript and professional experience with containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker).
• In-depth understanding of a Go (GoLang) and how to apply it in real‑world systems.
• Familiarity with emerging engineering tools, ie Cursor, Copilot, Warp, or similar productivity enhancers.
• Experience with at least one major cloud provider and awareness of the trade‑offs of their native services.
• Excellent communication skills within cross‑functional teams.
• A fast‑paced, iterative mindset, working with CI/CD, automation, & modern DevOps .
• A “build it, run it” ethos — ensuring services are operationally robust, observable, and ready for real‑world workloads.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and knowledge‑sharing.
Key Information
Rewards & Benefits
• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• 25 days annual leave (rising with service) with the option to buy or sell
• Enhanced pension & life assurance
Keyword Terminology
Cloud Engineering, FullStack Engineering, GO, TypeScript, JavaScript, GoLang, API‑First, Cloud‑Native, DevOps, CI/CD, Automation, Containerisation, Microservices, Observability, Platform Engineering, Agile Delivery, Software Modernisation, Developer Tooling, Cloud Transformation.
Infrastructure HSM Analyst
Permanent - Hybrid
Northwich, Macclesfield, Knutsford, Altrincham, Warrington, Wilmslow
Join our global client’s specialist Information Security function, playing a role in maintaining the integrity, availability, and governance of core security services across critical infrastructure environments. With a focus on Cryptography & Key Management, you will work directly with enterprise‑grade Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and lead key‑management processes supporting secure operations across multiple platforms.
This is an opportunity to make meaningful impact while expanding your knowledge within a highly secure, process‑driven team, choosing to follow an Infrastructure and/or development career path where accuracy, compliance, and technical depth are essential.
The tasks of an Analyst will include:
• Configure, administer, and maintain HSM devices, including secure onsite activities and lifecycle management.
• Generate, distribute, store, recover, rotate, and retire cryptographic keys.
• Maintain detailed documentation, device catalogues, and cryptographic records.
• Support the scheduling, coordination, and delivery of key‑management services across globally distributed platforms.
• Contribute to the development of Infrastructure automation routines.
• Contribute to incident, problem, and change management activities.
• Produce operational reports, risk statements, and compliance evidence as part of ongoing governance requirements.
• Develop, and implement procedures, processes, and control improvements.
• Own and deliver cryptographic components of projects, ensuring technical requirements are met and securely integrated.
To progress as a successful Analyst, you will require:
• InfoSec experience with understanding of cryptography and key‑management.
• Hands‑on experience with HSM configuration, installation and support.
• Understanding of certificate management, authentication technologies, and controlled cryptographic processes.
• Familiarity with ITIL.
• Understanding of Unix / Windows environments used within secure infrastructure.
• Understanding of scripting with Python, Go-Lang or similar
• Strong documentation skills for procedures, runbooks, and audit deliverables.
• Knowledge of risk, governance, compliance, and data‑protection principles; relevant certifications are advantageous.
**The hands-on Cryptography experience, particularly of Hardware Security Module (HSM) and associated Key Management is significant, however candidates with some recent exposure and a broader background in ITIL, Incident Response, Change Management AND a genuine demonstrable desire to progress a career in Cryptography, will be considered. Please highlight your rational in your application.
Rewards & Benefits
• Starting salary, circa £40-45k Basic + Bonus (£4-5k) + On-call (£3-£6k)
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Either focus Crypto Infrastructure or Crypto Development
• Access to continuous learning and certification programmes.
Keyword terminology
Information Security, Infrastructure Security, Hardware Security, Cryptography, Cryptography Engineer, HSM, Hardware Security Module, Key Management, Encryption, PKI, Certificate Management, Secure Key Handling, Cryptographic Operations, Security Engineer, Risk & Controls, Governance, Compliance, Secure Infrastructure, Key Lifecycle Management, Unix, Windows, SharePoint, Confluence, Jira, Certified Encryption Specialist, Certified Professional in Cryptography Fundamentals, Entrust Professional Services, Professional Certificate in Cryptography, ECES, CEH, GIAC Information Security Fundamentals, Thales payShield, FIPS-140-3, Common Criteria, Luna, Entrust, nShield, Cloud HSM, SafeNet.
Generative AI Engineer
Permanent
Manchester
Join our client in influencing the future of enterprise AI. As a Senior or Lead Engineer, you’ll drive innovation by building and deploying cutting-edge Generative AI applications that empower thousands daily. This is your opportunity to contribute to the leadership of a team who influence AI strategy and deliver solutions that transform efficiency at scale.
Duties of the Gen AI Engineer will include:
• Architect, develop, and deploy high-impact GenAI applications into production.
• Evaluate and optimize Large Language Models (LLMs) for performance and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions seamlessly.
• Champion best practices in prompt engineering and model evaluation.
• Mentor and grow engineering talent, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI trends, helping shaping the organization’s AI roadmap.
To be successful in progressing with the Gen AI Engineer, your experience must include:
• A proven expertise in Python development of AI-driven applications.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs and prompt optimization.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (Bedrock, Lambda, S3, Lex, CloudWatch).
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, with excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, GitLab Runners, Jenkins)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and deployments to ECS/EKS.
• Ideally career experience to include regulated environments, data engineering concepts, and security best practices.
Rewards & Benefits
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, health coverage, and wellness programs.
• Continuous learning opportunities: certifications, AI training, and leadership development.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and diversity.
Keywords Generative AI Engineer, AI Solutions Engineer, AI Application Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, LLM, Python, AWS Bedrock, Prompt Engineering, DevOps, CI/CD, Terraform, Docker, AI Strategy, Machine Learning, Large Language Models.
Cryptography Engineer
Permanent
Northwich, Macclesfield, Knutsford, Wilmslow
Join our clients specialist team, safeguarding critical infrastructure through advanced cryptographic solutions. As a Cryptography Engineer, you’ll design, implement, and manage secure encryption frameworks that protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards. This is a hands-on role where you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed Zero Trust principles and maintain robust security across systems and networks.
What the successful Cryptography Engineer will do:
• Design and maintain secure cryptographic systems, including SSH-based frameworks and PKI solutions.
• Configure, administer, and maintain HSM devices, including secure onsite activities and lifecycle management.
• Implement key management processes and encryption standards aligned with regulatory and internal security policies.
• Collaborate with system, network, and security teams to integrate secure connectivity and harden critical infrastructure.
• Support Zero Trust architecture initiatives and manage secure tunnelling protocols.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation to resolve urgent cryptographic or access-related incidents and maintain service continuity.
• Drive automation and monitoring enhancements to improve resilience and efficiency.
What we are looking for in the successful Cryptography Engineer:
• Strong expertise in cryptography, PKI, and SSH key management.
• Current, hands‑on expertise in HSM configuration, installation, support, and secure component handling.
• Solid understanding of Unix/Linux/Windows system administration.
• Experience with networking and security troubleshooting.
• Advances scripting skills in Python or Go for automation and integration tasks.
• Familiarity with financial security standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and FIPS 140-3.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with the ability to assess risk and implement secure solutions.
Rewards & Benefits
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive pension and health benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements with opportunities for career progression.
• Access to continuous learning, certifications, and technical development programs.
Keywords
Cryptography Engineer, Cryptography Specialist, Encryption Engineer, PKI Engineer, Security Engineer, HSM, Hardware Security Modules, PKI, SSH, Encryption, Key Management, Zero Trust, Security, Python, Go, Golang, ISO 27001, NIST, FIPS 140-3, Zero Trust principles, SSH tunnelling, Hardening systems
