> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2727415-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2727415-software-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Darktrace Ltd - **Location:** Cambridge, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Dynamical Systems, Rapid Prototyping Process, Rust (Programming Language), Containerization, Production Code, Docker, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-software-engineer-python-darktrace-9920140 ## About the Role 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., As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability. ## 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 not this is a hybrid position that requires attendance in the Cambridge office at least 2 days a week. 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 co-ordinators and technical strategists to create cutting-edge projects and optimising 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. ## Related Videos - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 191: Malware interviews, EU ❤️ Open Source and Skilled Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/645-dev-digest-191-malware-interviews-eu-open-source-and-skilled-agents) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Building AI Solutions with Rust and Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/494-building-ai-solutions-with-rust-and-docker)