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Senior Python Developer - Cyber Security

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Summary

Senior Python Developer building a new Greenfield, AI-powered security product in an R&D team in London (hybrid). Day-to-day involves rapid backend prototyping and structured delivery primarily in Python, with some Rust, TypeScript, C++, and cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) work.

Overview

In this Senior Python Developer role, you will help build a new Greenfield product in the R&D team, applying your backend expertise to tackle AI-powered security challenges. You’ll work across Python, Rust, and emerging tech in a rapid development environment, balancing prototyping with structured delivery. You’ll join a highly capable, diverse team in London with hybrid work options and a supportive culture. The role offers meaningful impact by shaping a cutting-edge security platform and advancing continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits
  • Salary up to 85k + Bonus
  • Pension
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
Responsibilities
  • Develop and prototype a Greenfield security product in a rapid, iterative cycle
  • Contribute to structured development and ongoing improvement of platforms
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply the right technology (Python, Rust, TS, C++)
  • Apply software engineering best practices to deliver reliable, scalable backend systems
  • Work in a hybrid London office setup with a supportive team environment
Key requirements
  • Advanced Python and backend software engineering experience
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Willingness to learn new technologies
  • Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Some experience with Rust, TypeScript and/or C++
  • Solid knowledge of software engineering best practices
  • STEM degree education (degree in STEM)
  • problem solving
  • critical thinking
  • learning mindset
  • Python backend development
  • Rust
  • TypeScript

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