Founded by mathematicians and cyber defense experts in 2013, Darktrace is a global leader in cyber security AI, delivering complete AI-powered solutions in its mission to free the world of cyber disruption. We protect more than 8,400 customers from the world’s most complex threats, including ransomware, cloud, and SaaS attacks.
Our roots lie deep in innovation. The Darktrace AI Research Centre based in Cambridge, UK, has conducted research establishing new thresholds in cyber security, with technology innovations backed by over 130 patents and pending applications. The company’s European R&D center is located in The Hague, Netherlands.
Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, Darktrace has more than 2,400 employees located globally. Customers include public sector agencies, education institutions, media, organizations supplying critical infrastructure, and businesses of all sizes worldwide.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing company, named one of TIME magazine’s “Most Influential Companies” for 2021 and one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative AI Companies” in 2022. For more information on our cutting-edge technology, visit darktrace.com.
Join our esteemed R&D teams in Cambridge, where groundbreaking innovations drive our company's rapid expansion. As a software engineer, you'll be at the forefront of creating and enhancing products across a diverse spectrum of projects, leveraging an array of cutting-edge tools and technologies.
This role offers a hybrid setup, with a minimum requirement of two days per week in our Cambridge office.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you will dive into core software modules written in C++, collaborating closely with a variety of technologies and applications.
- Thrive within small, task-oriented teams, complemented by experienced members.
- Showcase your adaptability by taking on projects independently, igniting innovation and cultivating fresh ideas.
- Prioritise tasks efficiently to drive progress on broader initiatives while swiftly navigating immediate challenges.
Candidate Requirements:
To excel in this role, you should have C++ software development experience, ideally with proficiency in C++14 or above.
- Self-motivation, excellent time management skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
- Familiarity with the Linux development and Windows environment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Python, SQL, and NoSQL technologies is desirable
- Understanding of cybersecurity concepts is a plus.
- Familiarity with networking and TCP/IP domain is also desirable.
Benefits:
- 23 days holiday + all public holidays. Increasing to 25 days after 2 years of service.
- Additional day off for your birthday.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Pension – 4% employer contribution.
- Enhanced family leave.
- Confidential employee Support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
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Darktrace, a global leader in cyber security AI, delivers world-class technology that protects over 5,500 customers worldwide from advanced threats, including ransomware and cloud and SaaS attacks.
The company’s fundamentally different approach applies Self-Learning AI to enable machines to understand the business in order to autonomously defend it.
Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, the company has 1,500 employees and over 30 offices worldwide.
Darktrace was named one of TIME magazine’s ‘Most Influential Companies’ for 2021.
