Software Engineer

Noir; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Noir is seeking a Software Engineer in Cheltenham to work at the intersection of cybersecurity and applied research. You will tackle challenging problems, develop secure software, and contribute to research-driven solutions across Windows and Linux environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, cross-paradigm development, and a mindset geared toward deeper system understanding. Location is Cheltenham with hybrid work and a discretionary bonus plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong software engineering experience across paradigms including systems programming and secure coding.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux environments and software security concepts.
• Willingness to work across research and cybersecurity projects and contribute to applied research.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and research-driven solutions in cybersecurity, secure coding, and low-level areas.
• Contribute to desktop applications and cross-language software projects.
• Collaborate across teams to explore new technologies and solve complex security challenges.

Skills

Software engineering

Cybersecurity

Secure coding

C++

C#

Python

Rust

Go

Node.js

.NET Core

Job description

Software Engineer - Cybersecurity & Applied Research - Cheltenham

(Software Engineer, Cybersecurity, Secure Coding, Systems Programming, Windows, Linux, Low-Level Development, Desktop Development, Applied Research, Software Security, C++, C#, Python, Rust, Go, Node.js, .NET Core, Software Engineer)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join a forward-thinking technology organisation working at the intersection of software engineering, cybersecurity and applied research.

You will work on challenging technical problems, developing software and research-driven solutions across areas including secure software development, systems programming, desktop applications and low-level technologies.This is a hands-on role where you will have the opportunity to explore new technologies, solve complex problems and contribute to innovative cybersecurity projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong software engineering experience and be comfortable working across different programming paradigms and environments.Experience with C++, C#, Python, Rust, Go, Node.js and/or .NET Core would be highly relevant, alongside a good understanding of Windows and/or Linux environments, secure coding principles and software security.

You will be encouraged to think beyond conventional software development, combining engineering expertise with an investigative and research-oriented mindset.The role would suit someone who enjoys understanding how systems work at a deeper level and wants to apply their technical skills to cybersecurity, research and emerging technologies.

In return, you will join a collaborative environment where technical curiosity is valued, with opportunities for continued learning, professional development and involvement in genuinely interesting engineering challenges.

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: £35K - £50K + (Discretionary) Bonus + Benefits

Hybrid: 4-days a week on-site.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible for Security Clearance.