Senior Software Engineer Python

Salary: £80,000 - 80,000 per year

Requirements:

• Advanced Python backend software engineering experience
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Enjoy learning and picking up new technologies
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Some experience with Rust, TypeScript, and/or C++
• Strong knowledge of software engineering best practices
• Degree educated in a STEM discipline

Responsibilities:

• Work as a Senior Software Engineer within our R&D team
• Contribute to a new greenfield product designed to combat AI-based security attacks
• Work on complex projects from rapid prototyping through to structured development of existing platforms
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation
• Build primarily in backend Python, with Rust and emerging technologies where appropriate
• Solve problems and iterate quickly in a rapid development environment

Technologies:

• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• Backend
• GCP
• Python
• Rust
• Security
• TypeScript
• Cloud

More:

We are a world-leading cybersecurity technology business using AI to protect clients across the globe from advanced cyber threats. You will join a highly talented, diverse team in our Cambridge office twice a week, where we offer a great team atmosphere with free lunches and problem-solving sessions. We offer a competitive package including salary to £80k, bonus, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, enhanced parental leave, an employee assistance program, 23 days holiday plus your birthday off, charity giving schemes, and personal training and development budgets. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities.

last updated 34 week of 2026