Backend Software Engineer Python - Technologist

Client Server; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

23 days holiday plus birthday

Charity giving schemes

Personal training budgets

Free lunches

Job summary

Client Server in Cambridge is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to work primarily with Python, with Rust and C++ involvement, on a new Greenfield security product in an AI-driven space. The role offers hybrid work with in-office twice a week, and a supportive team environment.

You'll prototype ideas quickly, implement robust backend services, and apply best practices while collaborating across the R&D group. The package includes a salary up to £80k and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong Python and backend software engineering experience.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking.
• Eager to learn new technologies and frameworks.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Some experience with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices.
• Degree in a STEM discipline.

Responsibilities

• Work on a Greenfield product to combat AI-based security threats.
• Prototype new ideas quickly while developing existing platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across the stack.
• Collaborate with backend teams using Python, Rust and C++.

Skills

Python

Backend development

Problem solving

Learning mindset

AWS

GCP

Azure

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Software engineering practices

STEM degree

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

TypeScript

Job description

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Rust C++) Cambridge to £80k

Do you have strong backend software development experience?

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 Senior 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

• 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