Software Engineer

Darktrace Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Darktrace Ltd. aims to hire a Software Engineer in Cambridge for hybrid work. You will own prototyping and development of new ideas to improve our services while balancing creativity and deadlines.

You’ll collaborate with engineers, designers and strategists to build cutting‑edge projects and scalable solutions. The role emphasizes Typescript as the primary language, autonomous work, and strong problem‑solving skills with an interest in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Prototyping and development of new features.
• Strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with Typescript as primary language.

Responsibilities

• Prototype new ideas and develop existing platforms.
• Advance defensive cybersecurity methodologies.
• Write production‑quality code and demonstrate programming skills.
• Work autonomously and collaborate within a team.

Skills

Typescript

JavaScript

Python

Rust

C++

Docker

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Malware forensics

Statistical analysis

Job description

Join our dynamic R&D teams in Cambridge and London, where you'll contribute to the development and enhancement of products driving our company's rapid growth. Please not this is a hybrid position that requires attendance in the Cambridge office at least 2 days a week. What will I be doing: As a Software Engineer, you will own the prototyping and development of new and innovative ideas to further improve Darktrace's services and offerings while balancing creativity, logical thinking and time constraints to implement novel features. You'll find yourself collaborating with a cross‑functional team of engineers, designers, project co-ordinators and technical strategists to create cutting‑edge projects and optimising solutions to improve both speed and scale. You will also be responsible but not limited to:

• Contributing to projects ranging from rapid prototyping of new ideas to the structured development of existing platforms,
• Advancing our unique methodology for defending against unknown cyber-attacks,
• Embracing innovation and creativity in your approach, alongside traditional project‑based development,
• Developing core competencies in various programming languages, with opportunities to specialize in specific technology areas.
  We seek engineers with a solution‑focused mindset and an analytical approach to problem‑solving. During the interview process, you'll demonstrate your programming skills and your ability to write production‑quality code. Additionally, you should be:
• Primary programming language is Typescript,
• Comfortable working autonomously and making independent decisions, while also being able to collaborate effectively within a team,
• Knowledgeable or interested in cyber‑security and malware forensics,
• Experienced in statistical analysis of static or dynamic systems,
• Familiar with Docker and containerization,
• Knowledgeable about cloud computing environments (beneficial but not essential),
• Experienced with a range of other programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Rust, and C++ would be beneficial but not essential., As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability.
  Darktrace is a global leader in AI‑driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.
• Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real‑time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead. At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves. We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them. Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast