Backend Python Engineer — Greenfield AI Cybersecurity

Client Server Limited; Town of Cambridge; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunches

Problem solving sessions

Training budget

Job summary

Client Server Limited is recruiting a Python Software Engineer / Backend Developer in Cambridge. You will work on backend systems using Python, with exposure to Rust and emerging technologies, within a fast-paced cybersecurity R&D environment.

Location is hybrid with office presence in Cambridge twice a week, offering a competitive package including a salary between £68k and £80k plus bonus, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, enhanced parental leave, and training budgets.

Qualifications

• Strong Python and backend software engineering experience.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Enjoy learning and picking up new technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Experience with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend Python components and contribute to a greenfield product in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Prototype quickly and drive structured development of existing platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust software solutions.

Skills

Python

Backend development

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Rust

TypeScript/C++

Software engineering best practices

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Job description

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | £68k - £80k per year

Python Software Engineer / Backend Developer Cambridge to £80k

Do you have strong backend software development experience using Python?

You could be joining the world's most advanced cybersecurity technology business that uses AI technology to protect clients across the globe from advanced cyber threats, working alongside a team of friendly and supportive people and enjoying a host of perks and benefits.

As a Python Software Engineer within the R&D team you'll work on a new Greenfield product to combat the threat of AI based security attacks. You'll work on a range of complex and interesting projects from rapid prototyping of new ideas to the structured development of existing platforms, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

You'll be mainly working with backend Python but also with Rust and emerging technologies, using the right tool for the job in a rapid development environment, with lots of problem solving and iteration.

Location / WFH:

You'll join a highly talented, diverse team in the Cambridge office twice a week where you can enjoy a great team atmosphere with free lunches and problem solving sessions.

About you:

• You have strong Python, backend software engineering experience
• You have advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills
• You enjoy learning and picking up new technologies
• You have experience with AWS, Azure or GCP
• You have some experience with Rust, Typescript and / or C++
• You have a strong knowledge of software engineering best practices
• You are degree educated in a STEM discipline

What's in it for you:

As a Python Software Engineer / Backend Developer you will earn a competitive package:

• Salary to £80k + Bonus
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 23 days holiday plus an additional one for your birthday
• Charity giving schemes
• Personal training and development budgets

Apply now to find out more about this Python Software Engineer / Backend Developer opportunity.