Senior Python Software Engineer - AI Cybersecurity

Darktrace; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Darktrace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cambridge (hybrid: in-office at least 2 days/week) to lead prototyping and development of innovative ideas for our cybersecurity platform. You will work with engineers, designers and strategists to deliver cutting‑edge features that balance creativity with practical timelines.

The role emphasizes production‑quality coding, autonomous work within a collaborative team, and experience with Docker/containerization and cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to write production‑quality code.
• Shows an analytical approach to problem solving.
• Capable of autonomous work while collaborating in a team.
• Familiar with Docker and containerisation; knowledge of cloud environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prototype and develop new ideas to enhance Darktrace’s services.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineers, designers and strategists to deliver features.
• Balance creativity with time constraints to implement novel capabilities.
• Develop core competencies across multiple programming languages and areas.

Skills

Production-quality code

Analytical thinking

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Tools

Docker

Containerization

Cloud platforms

Job description

Darktrace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cambridge (hybrid: in-office at least 2 days/week) to lead prototyping and development of innovative ideas for our cybersecurity platform. You will work with engineers, designers and strategists to deliver cutting‑edge features that balance creativity with practical timelines.

The role emphasizes production‑quality coding, autonomous work within a collaborative team, and experience with Docker/containerization and cloud environments.