Darktrace
Senior Software Engineer (Python)
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Darktrace
Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.
Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.
At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.
We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them.
Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast
Job Description
Join our dynamic R&D teams in Cambridge and London, where you'll contribute to the development and enhancement of products driving our company's rapid growth.
Please note this is a hybrid position that requires attendance in the Cambridge office at least 2 days a week.
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What will I be doing
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will own the prototyping and development of new and innovative ideas to further improve Darktrace’s services and offerings while balancing creativity, logical thinking and time constraints to implement novel features.
You'll find yourself collaborating with a cross-functional team of engineers, designers, project coordinators and technical strategists to create cutting-edge projects and optimizing solutions to improve both speed and scale. You will also be responsible but not limited to:
- Contributing to projects ranging from rapid prototyping of new ideas to the structured development of existing platforms,
- Advancing our unique methodology for defending against unknown cyber-attacks,
- Embracing innovation and creativity in your approach, alongside traditional project-based development,
- Developing core competencies in various programming languages, with opportunities to specialise in specific technology areas.
What experience do I need
We seek engineers with a solution-focused mindset and an analytical approach to problem-solving. During the interview process, you'll demonstrate your programming skills and your ability to write production-quality code. Additionally, you should be:
- Comfortable working autonomously and making independent decisions, while also being able to collaborate effectively within a team,
- Knowledgeable or interested in cyber-security and malware forensics,
- Experienced in statistical analysis of static or dynamic systems,
- Familiar with Docker and containerisation,
- Knowledgeable about cloud computing environments (beneficial but not essential),
- Experienced with a range of other programming languages such as JavaScript, Rust, and C++ would be beneficial but not essential.
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As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability.
Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.
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