Python Developer - Problem Solver

Client Server; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private Medical

Life Assurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance

Holiday + birthday

Charity giving

Training budget

Job summary

Client Server in Cambridge is seeking a Python Developer / Backend Software Engineer to work on a Greenfield cybersecurity product. You will develop backend services primarily in Python, with exposure to Rust, TypeScript and C++ in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment.

You will join the R&D team, collaborating with peers and contributing to rapid prototyping and structured development while enjoying a supportive team culture and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong Python and backend software engineering experience.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and picking up new technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Experience with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++.
• Strong knowledge of software engineering best practices.
• Degree educated in a STEM discipline.

Skills

Python

Backend engineering

Problem solving

AWS/Azure/GCP

Rust

TypeScript

C++

STEM degree

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Rust

TypeScript

C++

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.

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

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