Software Engineer, Respond (Python & Rust)

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Respond team in London. This hybrid role involves enhancing cybersecurity solutions through Python and Rust programming. You'll contribute to rapid prototyping and improve existing platforms while working independently and collaboratively. With a focus on creativity and problem-solving, you will tackle complex cyber threats using cutting-edge technology. Enjoy a supportive work environment with generous benefits, including extra holiday days and private medical insurance. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus public holidays

Additional day off for birthday

Private medical insurance

Life insurance 4x base salary

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Confidential Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python and Rust programming with production-level code experience.
• Familiarity with Linux environments and databases (NoSQL, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to rapid prototyping of innovative ideas to enhance services.
• Work with core software modules in Python and Rust to improve performance.

Skills

Python

Rust

Problem-solving

Linux

Docker

Networking

NoSQL

SQL

Cloud Computing

C++

Tools

Docker

Job description

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Software Engineer, Respond (Python & Rust), London

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Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Founded by mathematicians and cyber defense experts in 2013, Darktrace is a global leader in cyber security AI, delivering complete AI-powered solutions in its mission to free the world of cyber disruption. We protect more than 9,000 customers from the world’s most complex threats, including ransomware, cloud, and SaaS attacks.

Our roots lie deep in innovation. The Darktrace AI Research Centre based in our Cambridge, UK headquarters, has conducted research establishing new thresholds in cyber security, with technology innovations backed by over 130 patents and pending applications.

For more information on our cutting-edge technology, visit our website.

What will I be doing:

As a Python & Rust engineer within the Respond team, you will be responsible for improving our ability to stop in-progress cyber-attacks using proprietary software and third-party integrations. Your role will include:

• Contributing to rapid prototyping of new and innovative ideas to enhance Darktrace’s services,
• Working predominantly with core software modules written in Python and Rust,
• Enhancing the performance and capabilities of existing products and platforms,
• Investigating and advancing our unique methodology in defending against unknown cyber-attacks.

Innovation and creativity are highly valued, and exposure to various technologies and applications is advantageous. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the London office.

What experience do I need:

We welcome candidates with a solution-focused mindset and analytical problem-solving skills. During the interview, you should demonstrate proficiency in Python and Rust programming, understanding of writing production-level code, familiarity with Linux environments, Docker, containers, networking, and domain knowledge. You should also be:

• Comfortable working independently and making autonomous decisions, as well as collaborating within a team,
• Familiar with databases such as NoSQL and SQL,
• Knowledgeable about cloud computing environments,

Experience with other programming languages like C++ is beneficial but not essential.

Benefits we offer:

• 23 days’ holiday plus all public holidays, increasing to 25 days after 2 years,
• Additional day off for your birthday,
• Private medical insurance covering you, your cohabiting partner, and children,
• Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme,
• Enhanced family leave,
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.