Senior Software Engineer Python

Client Server; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

23 days holiday + birthday

Charity giving schemes

Personal training budget

Job summary

Client Server is seeking a Senior Software Engineer / Developer (Python) in Cambridge to join its R&D team. You’ll lead backend development on a Greenfield product, using Python primarily with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++ as needed, in a rapid, problem‑solving environment.

You’ll work in a hybrid setup at the Cambridge office, with the team delivering secure AI‑driven cybersecurity solutions and benefiting from a broad benefits package including pension, private medical insurance, life assurance,

Qualifications

• Advanced Python backend experience.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Experience with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++.
• Strong 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 rapidly and develop existing platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the R&D team.
• Collaborate with Cambridge colleagues on backend development.
• Utilize Python as primary language with Rust/TypeScript/C++ as needed.

Skills

Python backend

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Cloud platforms

Rust

TypeScript

C++

Software best practices

Education

BSc in STEM

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

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