Python Developer - Cyber Security

Client Server; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; 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 and development

Free lunches

Job summary

Client Server in Cambridge is seeking a Python Developer to join the R&D team on a Greenfield security product. You'll primarily work on backend Python, with exposure to Rust, TypeScript and C++, tackling complex systems and driving continuous improvement.

This hybrid Cambridge role offers a collaborative environment with problem solving sessions, a supportive team, and a benefits package including pension, private medical insurance, and enhanced leave.

Qualifications

• Strong Python backend experience and solid software engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Degree in a STEM discipline.
• Exposure to Rust, TypeScript or C++ is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services for a new Greenfield product.
• Prototype ideas rapidly and drive structured development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a hybrid Cambridge setting.

Skills

Python

Backend development

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Problem solving

Learning new technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Python Developer / Backend Software Engineer Cambridge to £65k

Are you a technologist Python Developer 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 Python Developer 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