Python Developer
Summary
A Python backend developer joins an R&D team building a new greenfield product that uses AI to defend against AI-based cyberattacks. Day-to-day involves building complex Python backend systems, rapid prototyping, and working with Rust, TypeScript/C++ and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) in a hybrid role based in Cambridge.
Salary: £65,000 - 65,000 per year
Requirements:
- Strong Python backend software engineering experience
- Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Willingness to learn and pick 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 within our R&D team on a new greenfield product to combat AI-based security attacks
- Build and develop complex backend systems using Python
- Contribute to rapid prototyping of new ideas and structured development of existing platforms
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation across our products
- Work with Rust and emerging technologies where appropriate, using the right tool for the job
- Solve complex problems and iterate quickly in a rapid development environment
Technologies:
- AI
- AWS
- Azure
- Backend
- GCP
- Python
- Rust
- Security
- TypeScript
- Cloud
More:
We are the worlds most advanced cybersecurity technology business, using AI to protect clients across the globe from advanced cyber threats. You will join a friendly, supportive, and highly talented diverse team in our Cambridge office, working there twice a week and enjoying a great team atmosphere, free lunches, and problem-solving sessions. We offer a salary of up to £65k,
- pension
- private medical insurance
- life assurance
- enhanced parental leave
- an Employee Assistance Program
- 23 days holiday plus an additional day for your birthday
- charity giving schemes
- personal training and development budgets
last updated 40 week of 2026