Specialist Software Engineer (Python)

Cambridge, UK Hybrid

Join a cutting-edge R&D team developing next-generation cybersecurity technology designed to tackle sophisticated, real-world threats. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced engineer to combine hands-on development, software architecture, and technical leadership in an innovation-driven environment.

• Lead the design and development of complex software systems.
• Drive technical strategy and architecture decisions.
• Develop scalable, production-grade solutions from concept to deployment.
• Mentor engineers and champion engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact technology.

• Senior, Lead, Staff, Principal, or Architect-level software engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in Python, C++, Rust, or JavaScript.
• Proven experience with software architecture and system design.
• Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence technical direction and work autonomously.

• Cybersecurity, malware analysis, threat detection, or security product experience.
• Statistical analysis, machine learning, or complex systems experience.
• Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

Work on genuinely challenging technical problems, shape innovative products, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in engineering and cybersecurity.