sophos - Software Engineer 1 (UK)

• Write code, primarily in TypeScript, across frontend (e.g. Vue, React, Angular) and backend services. • Design and implement APIs to query, aggregate, and serve data reliably at scale. • Debug production issues and improve system performance, reliability, and code quality. • Learn the fundamentals of building cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform). • Participate in research, prototype and evaluate solutions, making thoughtful technical trade-offs. • Contribute to code reviews and automated testing to enable safe, frequent releases. • Use the latest AI coding tools to help you learn faster and accelerate delivery, while building the deep engineering foundations to become an expert in your own right. Collaborate with experienced engineers, Product Managers, UI designers, and Cyber Analysts to solve meaningful security problems. Contribute to sprint ceremonies, provide dependable estimates, and deliver on commitments with transparency. • Strong foundations in computer science fundamentals (e.g., data structures, algorithms, software design, and debugging). • Experience writing your own code through academic projects, internships, personal projects, or open-source contributions. • Ability to break down ambiguous problems and reason through trade-offs. • Clear written and verbal communication skills. • Curiosity, continuous learning, and a willingness to take ownership. • BSc in Computer Science or a related numerate discipline, or equivalent practical experience. • Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript (professional experience not required). • Familiarity with frontend development (e.g., Vue, React, Angular). • Familiarity with backend development and writing API endpoints. • Understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases. • Exposure to automated testing (unit, integration, or end-to-end). • Familiarity with REST APIs or GraphQL. • Interest in cybersecurity and distributed systems. • Ready to Join Us?