Senior Backend Engineer (Python) – AI Cybersecurity, Hybrid

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

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.