Software Engineer - Student Application

Spectrum Equity; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Netcraft in London, Bath, or Manchester invites enthusiastic Software Engineering interns to work on production-level projects from day one, contributing to core platforms used by major institutions.

You will join a focused team across the stack, with opportunities to improve scalability, anti-phishing detection, web vulnerability monitoring tools, and internal UI enhancements, guided by experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Demonstrable ability in imperative programming.
• Interest in internet technologies, network security, data mining, or web-based UIs.
• A solid academic track record.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English.
• Experience working collaboratively in teams.
• Ability to plan for the future with suitable programming abstractions, automated test suites and version control.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and enhancement of core platforms and services.
• Work on scalability of infrastructure, performance of anti-phishing systems, tools to monitor and analyse web vulnerabilities, or refining user interfaces for internal and external applications.
• Scale our classification system, which processes over 15 million URLs daily.
• Assist with automation of workflows that remove malicious content from the internet.

Skills

Imperative programming

Attention to detail

Web technologies awareness

Network security interest

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

About Netcraft

Netcraft is the global leader in cybercrime detection and disruption. We’re a trusted partner for three of the four largest companies in the world and many large governments. We've blocked over 225 million cyber-attacks to date, and we take down around 33% of the world's phishing attacks.

Our purpose and passion are focused on just one thing: protecting the world from cybercrime.

That passion shapes how we work, too. We’re proud of our talented team and the value each person brings, and we’ve built a workplace where people feel supported and inspired. From strong benefits and wellness programs to meaningful collaboration and team connection.

Software Engineering

• Intern

London, UK

Posted on Sep 21, 2026

The Role

As a Software Engineering Intern at Netcraft, you will be trusted with meaningful, production-level work from the outset. You will contribute directly to the development and enhancement of our core platforms and services, which are used by major institutions across both public and private sectors. You will join a specialised engineering team focused on a distinct area of our technology stack. Depending on your interests and skills, your work may involve improving the scalability of our infrastructure, enhancing the performance of our anti-phishing detection systems, developing tools to monitor and analyse web vulnerabilities, or refining user interfaces for internal and external applications. For example, you may help scale our classification system, which processes over 15 million URLs daily, or contribute to the automation of workflows that remove malicious content from the internet. You will be supported by experienced engineers - many of whom began their careers at Netcraft as interns - and benefit from a culture of open communication, mentorship, and continuous learning. This role can be based out of our London, Bath, or Manchester offices.

What We Are Looking For

We’re seeking curious, adaptable, and motivated individuals who are passionate about coding and eager to grow. You don’t need prior cybersecurity experience - just a willingness to learn.

You’ll Need

• Strong attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset
• Demonstrable ability in imperative programming
• Interest in internet technologies, network security, data mining, or web-based UIs
• A solid academic track record
• Good communication skills and fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)
• Experience working collaboratively in teams
• A well-developed sense of caution and ability to plan for the future with suitable programming abstractions, automated test suites and version control

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

This is deeply important to us. Through our ally network, we support under-represented groups and maintain a working environment free from bias, harassment, or discrimination. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We’re also happy to make adjustments to the hiring process to ensure every candidate can participate fully.

Please note:

Netcraft does not accept unsolicited approaches from external recruiters.