Software Engineer - Security

GWI; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Software Security Engineer to join their dynamic Infosec team. This role involves automating and managing critical security processes, including vulnerability management and secure software architecture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, security engineering, and proficiency in Python and Terraform. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the security of extensive digital infrastructures while enjoying a flexible work culture that values diversity and inclusion. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a growing organization that prioritizes your career development and well-being.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employee share scheme

Health cash plan

4% pension plan matching

Flexitime

Early Friday finishes

Work-from-anywhere options

Carer days

Enhanced parental leave

Accredited learning programs

Qualifications

• Experience in software development and security engineering is essential.
• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code with Terraform is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Automate and manage key security processes in the SDLC.
• Conduct vulnerability management and penetration testing.

Skills

Software Development

Security Engineering

Proficiency in Python

Infrastructure-as-Code

APIs and SDKs Design

Secure Coding Best Practices

Container Management

CI/CD Pipelines

Kubernetes

Google Cloud Platform

Linux

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Office requirement: Fully Remote or hybrid in our London offices

At GWI we’re always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we’re looking for a Software Security Engineer to play a key role in our Infosec team. If that’s you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As our Security Engineer, you’ll automate and manage key security processes including the Software Development Life Cycle, Vulnerability Management, Security Software Architecture, Web Application Scanning, Bug Bounty Programs, and Penetration Testing. This hands-on role requires writing or reviewing code and demands robust technical skills. Proficiency in Python/Django is needed, with openness to other programming languages or web frameworks.

It’s also fun; shaking things up is what working for a growing company is all about. So you’ll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and working in a high-tempo environment as we grow.

What do I need to bring with me?

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you’re willing to learn. Here’s what the team will be looking for:

1. Software development and security engineering experience.
2. Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code, particularly with Terraform, is essential.
3. Experience with Python and Django Web Framework or similar.
4. Experience with APIs, SDKs designs and Secure Coding best practices.
5. Expertise in managing container deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and Kubernetes.
6. In-depth experience with Google Cloud Platform services and understanding of its security controls.
7. Ability to build and operate secure systems at scale is required, demonstrating your capability to manage and safeguard extensive digital infrastructures.
8. Advanced knowledge of Linux is a bonus.

Equally important is attitude. We want people who think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, exemplified by our leadership team, and they’re a big part of what we’re looking for in you.

Interview steps

1. Preliminary phone call with the Talent Team (no video required)
2. First video interview with the hiring managers
3. Second (and final*) video interview with the hiring panel, often including a presentation, followed by a values conversation with members of the wider GWI community.

*Don’t be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it’s all part of the plan for some of our roles.

What exactly is GWI?

GWI is modernized consumer research; global, on-demand, and accessible to everyone, not just data experts. Our platform is designed for companies looking for fresh and insightful data about their consumers’ values, purchase journeys, media usage, and social media habits.

With data representing the views of nearly 3 billion people across 52+ countries, GWI has become the go-to for agencies, brands, and media companies that want to know what really drives their audience to action.

Since launching in 2009 we’ve grown at a healthy pace, and to maintain this growth we need more extraordinary people. Hence this ad. Hence you.

What’s in it for me?

You’ll do the sort of work that got you excited about your career in the first place - not as a cog in a machine, but as an individual whose contribution matters. So gigantic job satisfaction comes as standard, but it’s only part of the package. You’ll also get:

• Tons of days off: 25 days annual leave | Xmas office closures
• More than a great salary: Employee share scheme | Health cash plan | 4% pension plan matching
• Great work-life balance: Flexitime | early Friday finishes | Work-from-anywhere options
• Family-focused flexibility: Carer days | Enhanced parental leave | Health cash plan for your family
• A commitment to YOU: Accredited learning programs | A commitment to mental and physical health | Reward and recognition programs | Career development opportunities
• A commitment to the community: DE&I committee | Volunteer options | 100% donation matching | Payroll giving options

Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We take DE&I seriously. Not only is it obviously the right thing to do, it’s also the bedrock of our value of show respect and at the heart of our company culture.

We’re a global data business, so it’s essential our data reflects the global reality. Putting diversity into practice like this literally makes our business stronger. That’s why we strive to make our offices - and our teams - as diverse as our data. Want to know more? Take a look at our Life page on LinkedIn to learn more about our DE&I initiatives.

The point is, GWI is a place where you can genuinely feel at home, express yourself, and make your mark - whoever you are.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from disabled candidates and are dedicated to providing all relevant assistance during the application and interview process.

We also encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented and marginalized communities, to join our team.