Software Engineer Linux

Becrypt Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Life cover at 4x salary

Season ticket loan

Salary exchange benefits

Subsidised gym membership

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Becrypt Ltd. seeks a Linux-focused developer to join its security-centric team in the UK. You will develop and maintain Linux-based operating systems with emphasis on secure configurations and customer-ready quality.

Expect close collaboration on open-source tools and security infrastructure while delivering robust, high-assurance software. The role requires strong C/C++ skills, Bash, PKI, and Linux/Ubuntu experience, with desirable Python and kernel development exposure.

Qualifications

• Essential: Ubuntu OS experience.
• C programming and Bash scripting.
• TCP/IP networking, security and components.
• PKI certificate and key management.
• Debian package management.
• Object oriented programming in C++.
• A STEM degree or significant programming background.
• Desirable: Python programming.
• Desirable: Linux kernel programming.
• Desirable: Open source development and security infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Linux-based operating systems.
• Work on Linux distros with a focus on security.
• Configure and customize OS components.
• Meet requirements and deliver high-quality customer experience.
• Deliver a product with the highest level of quality and functionality.

Skills

C programming

Bash scripting

Object oriented programming in C++

TCP/IP networking

Python programming

Linux kernel programming

Open source development

Security infrastructure

Education

Degree in STEM or significant programming experience

Tools

Ubuntu

Debian

Linux

Job description

Salary: £43,000 - 83,000 per year

Requirements

• Essential Ubuntu operating system
• C programming
• TCP/IP network configuration, security and components
• PKI certificate and key management
• Debian package management
• Bash scripting
• Object oriented programming in C++
• A degree in STEM or significant programming experience
• Desirable: Python programming
• Desirable: Linux kernel programming
• Desirable: Open source development
• Desirable: Security infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Linux-based operating systems
• Work on Linux distros with a focus on security
• Configure and customize components of the operating system
• Meet requirements and provide the best possible customer experience
• Deliver a product to the highest level of quality and functionality

Technologies

• Bash
• Debian
• Linux
• Network
• Python
• Security
• TCP/IP
• Ubuntu

More:

We want smart people to join our close-knit Linux development team. We work in an informal and open Agile environment where everyones contribution counts. We offer the opportunity to shape the future of secure endpoint technology, work on high-impact projects for global, high-profile clients, and collaborate with experts pushing the boundaries of Linux, networking, and security. Our package includes 25 days annual leave plus 2 additional days after 2 years service, 5 days additional holiday purchase, private medical insurance, a health cashback plan with Healthshield, pension scheme, life cover at 4x salary, season ticket loan, salary exchange benefits, subsidised gym membership, and an employee referral scheme. The role will be subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance.

last updated 40 week of 2026