About the role

Junior Software Engineer needed at Sophos to build systems for defeating cyberattacks. Role involves coding with TypeScript and collaborating with experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Write code, primarily in TypeScript, across the full stack of both frontend (e.g., React) 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.

BSc in Computer Science or a related numerate discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience with TypeScript or javascript.
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.
Familiarity with frontend development (e.g., React or 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.

Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach.
Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit
Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing