AI Threat Defense Engineer - Real-Time Security

Compare The Market Limited; City of London, Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer for AI Threat Defence. This entry-level role focuses on building systems that enhance AI collaboration and security. Strong skills in Python, Go, Java, and TypeScript are required. The company fosters an inclusive workplace and values diverse teams. This role offers a full-time contract with various responsibilities that support AI-driven operations.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in modern software development.
• Experience building secure, scalable systems.
• Curiosity about AI/ML and intelligent automation.
• A passion for responsible technology.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Build systems that are discoverable and controllable by AI agents.
• Engineer scalable services for operational and security signals.
• Develop frameworks for safe human-AI interaction.
• Modernise legacy platforms for autonomous detection.
• Collaborate to align with broader AI strategy.

Skills

Python

Go

Java

TypeScript

Secure system development

Real-time event-driven environments

AI/ML curiosity

Collaboration skills

Job description

A leading financial services company in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer for AI Threat Defence. This entry-level role focuses on building systems that enhance AI collaboration and security. Strong skills in Python, Go, Java, and TypeScript are required. The company fosters an inclusive workplace and values diverse teams. This role offers a full-time contract with various responsibilities that support AI-driven operations.