Senior Software Engineer Python

Client Server; Cambourne; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee assistance program

23 days holiday + birthday

Job summary

Client Server in Cambridge seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join our R&D team, delivering backend Python services and collaborating across Rust, TypeScript, and C++ components.

You will work on a Greenfield product, with cloud platform knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP) and strong problem-solving skills, in a hybrid setup with regular in-office days in Cambridge.

Qualifications

• Advanced Python backend development experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Degree in a STEM discipline and strong problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend Python services and APIs.
• Prototype new ideas and contribute to greenfield work.
• Collaborate with Rust/TypeScript/C++ components when needed.
• Follow software engineering best practices and code reviews.

Skills

Advanced Python

Backend engineering

Problem solving

AWS

Azure

GCP

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Best practices

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AWS

Job description

Senior Software Engineer Python Client Server Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England

Senior Software Engineer / Developer (Python) Cambridge to £80k

Do you have strong backend Python software development experience?

You could be joining 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 Senior Software Engineer 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 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 advanced 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:

As a Senior Software Engineer / Developer (Python) you will earn a competitive package:

• Salary to £80k + Bonus
• 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

Full-time