Software Engineer (Python) - Cybersecurity Prototyping (Hybrid)

Darktrace Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to join their R&D team. The ideal candidate will engage in prototyping and developing innovative solutions to enhance cybersecurity services. You will work alongside a diverse team, contributing to projects that advance defense methodologies. With a hybrid work model, you'll be required to attend the office at least two days a week. Competitive benefits include private medical insurance, enhanced holidays, and a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days holiday + public holidays

Private medical insurance

Life insurance of 4 times base salary

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Comfortable working autonomously and making independent decisions.
• Demonstrate analytical problem-solving skills during the interview.
• Knowledgeable or interested in cybersecurity and malware forensics.

Responsibilities

• Own the prototyping and development of innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create projects.
• Contribute to rapid prototyping and structured development.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Programming skills

Collaboration

Understanding of cybersecurity

Experience with Docker

Tools

Docker

Cloud computing environments

JavaScript

Rust

C++

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm in Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to join their R&D team. The ideal candidate will engage in prototyping and developing innovative solutions to enhance cybersecurity services. You will work alongside a diverse team, contributing to projects that advance defense methodologies. With a hybrid work model, you'll be required to attend the office at least two days a week. Competitive benefits include private medical insurance, enhanced holidays, and a salary sacrifice pension scheme.