Backend Engineer

About the role

Join a cybersecurity company making the digital world safer, operating at the intersection of advanced research and real-world security in the B2G space. Their work tackles some of the most sophisticated challenges in cybersecurity with a team that genuinely cares about the mission, craft, and each other. The culture values creativity, mutual support, and human connection, offering a place where contributions shape the product and team.

What you'll do

- Design, develop, and maintain backend services, with a focus on Python and C - Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) - Develop and deploy containerised applications using Docker - Implement and maintain microservices architecture - Debug and improve running systems to ensure stability and performance - Optimise system performance and troubleshoot production issues - Collaborate with Frontend developers, DevOps, and other stakeholders - Own end-to-end development: from requirement analysis and design through to testing and deployment

What we're looking for

• Backend Development Experience

  5+ years, with a track record of shipping scalable, production-grade systems

• Programming Languages

  Strong hands-on Python skills; proficiency in C programming

• System Architecture & OS

  Strong understanding of system architecture principles; Experience with internal OS development; Working knowledge of Linux OS

• Database & Containerization

  Proficiency in both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB); Hands-on experience with Docker for containerisation

• Architectural Patterns

  Experience with microservices architecture

• DevOps & Infrastructure

  Familiarity with DevOps practices and on-prem infrastructure

What's on offer

Private health insurance Flexible office working hours Fully stocked kitchen, coffee, organic fruit, snacks, and drinks Team-building events Genuine opportunities for professional growth