Backend Software Engineer Python R&D

Client Server Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

23 days holiday

Job summary

Client Server Limited in Cambridge is seeking a Backend Software Engineer focused on Python within an R&D team to build a new greenfield product addressing advanced cybersecurity threats. You will work primarily on backend Python, with exposure to Rust, TypeScript and C++, in a fast paced, problem solving environment.

The role combines rapid prototyping with structured development and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong Python backend experience and software engineering skills.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Experience with Rust, TypeScript or C++.
• Degree in a STEM field.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend Python for a new greenfield product.
• Tackle complex security-focused projects with rapid prototyping.
• Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Work with Rust and emerging tech as needed.

Skills

Python

Backend engineering

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Cloud platforms

Rust/TypeScript/C++

Software engineering practices

STEM degree

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Job description

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | £50k - £65k per year

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python R&D) Cambridge to £65k

Are you a backend focussed Software Engineer who enjoys problem solving and working on complex systems?

You could be progressing your career at 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.

What's in it for you:

• Salary to £65k
• 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

Your role:

As a Backend 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 exposure to 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