Senior Python / Django Engineer, Darktrace
2 days a week in office (The Hague, NL)
AI cybersecurity solutions
Be an early applicant
AI cybersecurity solutions
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
2 days a week in office (The Hague, NL)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To free the world from cyber disruption.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and a genuine passion for delivering high-quality software
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential for effective communication within the team and with stakeholders
- Candidates must be experts in Python and Django, with a proven track record of building performant and reliable applications
- Proficiency in Git, Linux, and SQL is also required
- A willingness to learn new technologies and frameworks is highly valued, as is the ability to adopt and implement industry best practices within the codebase
- Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills are crucial for success in this role
- The candidate should have experience deploying and managing applications on Linux servers using Docker and Kubernetes, or similar container orchestration tools
- Additionally, it is likely that you will be:
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Have a good understanding of cybersecurity principles,
- Strong knowledge of internet protocols will be advantageous in ensuring the robustness and security of the software solutions developed
What the job involves
- We are looking for a senior Python/Django developer to join our team and help build Darktrace PREVENT / Attack Surface Management and its related services which Darktrace develops
- You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining the backend of our web application, as well as mentoring other developers and collaborating with stakeholders
- As a developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing scalable and modular code using Python and the Django framework
- You will ensure code quality by implementing automated testing and static analysis tools such as pytest, flake8, and black
- Clear and maintainable documentation is also a key part of the role, including the use of docstrings and the creation of design documents
- You will translate functional specifications into detailed technical designs, ensuring that development tasks align with project goals
- Version control and dependency management will be handled using Git, and you will participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback to peers to maintain high standards across the codebase
- Mentor junior developers,
- Sharing best practices and fostering a collaborative learning environment,
- You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, using agile methodologies to manage workflows and deliverables
- Tech stack: Python/Django, PostgreSQL, uWSGI, VueJS, GraphQL, Docker, and Kubernetes
Our take
With the rise of sophisticated cyberattacks, the need for cutting-edge defence mechanisms has never been more critical. Darktrace addresses this challenge by leveraging AI-enabled threat detection technology, enabling organisations to swiftly identify and respond to abnormal network activity.
By utilising machine learning algorithms, Darktrace allows businesses to combat a wide range of cyber threats, from data breaches to insider attacks. This safeguards their digital assets and helps them maintaining operational resilience.
The company's recent acquisition by private equity giant Thoma Bravo marks a significant milestone in its journey. The acquisition provides Darktrace with access to a strong financial partner and deep software sector expertise, positioning it to further enhance its capabilities as a leading AI cybersecurity business.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Sep 2018
$50m
SERIES E
Jul 2017
$75m
SERIES D
Total funding: $230.5m
Company HQ
Cambridge, UK
Leadership
Jack Stockdale
(CTO)Co-founded Darktrace in 2013 and has served as the CTO since.
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