QA Engineer

Darktrace; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday

Birthday day off

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Salary sacrifice pension

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

Darktrace is seeking a QA Engineer to join the Release Engineering team, ensuring the stability of software updates across the Darktrace product suite, with a focus on the EMAIL product.

You will diagnose issues, collaborate with Support and Development, and develop scripts to automate processes. This hybrid role requires two days per week in the Cambridge office, offering opportunities to contribute to small projects and grow scripting skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Familiarity with Linux command line and scripting languages like Python or Bash.
• Able to collaborate well and work independently.
• Basic networking knowledge (TCP/UDP/DNS) and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of core Unix components and time daemon.

Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose new and reported issues.
• Liaise between development and support teams.
• Develop, configure and automate systems and services.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Networking basics

Tools

Python

Bash

Linux command line

Unix basics

Scripting

Job description

Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting nearly 10,000 organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI.

The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate – from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com.

Job Description:

As a QA Engineer, you will be part of the Release Engineering team, helping to create and ensure the stability of software updates across the entire Darktrace product suite.

What will I be doing:

You will play a crucial role in troubleshooting software issues, collaborating closely with our Support Engineers, and acting as a key liaison to our Development Team. In this role, you will focus on the EMAIL product and you will have opportunities to take on small projects, allowing you to utilize and develop your scripting skills. Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and diagnosing new and reported issues within the Darktrace platform,
• Liaising between the development team and our support team,
• Developing, configuring, and automating systems and services.

This is a hybrid role, requiring compulsory attendance of 2 days a week in the Cambridge office.

What experience do I need:

We are looking for candidates with demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving and analytical thinking, along with the ability to leverage tools and data for troubleshooting and optimization. Candidates should also be familiar with Linux command lines and scripting languages like Python or Bash. Other essential skills include:

• The ability to collaborate effectively with others as well as work independently,
• A strong desire for continual learning,
• Demonstrable networking knowledge, including basic concepts such as TCP, UDP, DNS, and the ability to troubleshoot related problems,
• Understanding of core Unix system components such as services, package manager, and time daemon, with a track record of solving related problems.
• While previous experience in DevOps or QA roles is beneficial, it is not a prerequisite.

Benefits:

• 23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service,
• Additional day off for your birthday,
• Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children,
• Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme,
• Enhanced family leave,
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program,
• Cycle to work scheme.

Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.