
About Sophos
Leading cybersecurity solutions for organizations of all sizes
Key Highlights
- Serves over 15,000 customers globally
- Automates detection of over 99% of cyber threats
- Raised $2.7 million in funding
- Headquartered in Abingdon, UK with 1001+ employees
Sophos, headquartered in Abingdon, UK, is a leading provider of cybersecurity-as-a-service, serving over 15,000 customers globally. The company combines advanced AI and machine learning technologies to automate the detection and blocking of over 99% of cyber threats. With a focus on innovation, Soph...
🎁 Benefits
Sophos offers a remote-first working model with hybrid options, free annual subscriptions to the Calm app, and periodic wellness days. Employees enjoy...
🌟 Culture
Sophos fosters a culture of innovation and resilience in the face of evolving cyber threats. The company emphasizes teamwork through periodic in-perso...
Overview
Sophos is hiring a Senior Cloud Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain their Intelix cloud services. You'll work with AWS, Python, and Linux to drive development and operational excellence. This position requires significant experience in cloud engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in cloud engineering with a focus on AWS technologies — you've designed and maintained scalable cloud services that support high availability and performance. Your experience with Python allows you to automate processes and improve system reliability, ensuring seamless operations across distributed environments.
You thrive in agile teams and value open communication — you understand the importance of collaboration and continuous improvement, both in your work and in the development of your team members. Your proactive approach to problem-solving helps you identify and address potential issues before they impact service delivery.
Your expertise in Linux systems is complemented by your knowledge of CI/CD pipelines — you have implemented and optimized these processes to facilitate frequent and safe releases. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and innovation are key to success.
You are committed to professional growth and enjoy mentoring others — you believe in sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of learning within your team. Your passion for technology drives you to stay updated on industry trends and best practices, ensuring that your skills remain relevant.
Desirable
Experience with additional cloud platforms or security technologies would be a plus — you are open to learning and expanding your skill set to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
What you'll do
As a Senior Cloud Software Engineer at Sophos, you will be responsible for designing and building the Intelix cloud services that power our cybersecurity solutions. You will drive the development of our AWS-based infrastructure, ensuring that it meets the demands of our global customer base. Your role will involve automating processes and enhancing the reliability of our systems, allowing for seamless and frequent releases.
You will collaborate with a small, autonomous agile team, focusing on quality and continuous improvement. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness of our security solutions, helping to protect organizations from cyber threats. You will also participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
Your work will involve monitoring system performance and implementing best practices for cloud operations — you will be proactive in identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions that enhance our service delivery. You will also engage with cross-functional teams to ensure that our cloud services align with the overall business strategy and customer needs.
What we offer
At Sophos, you will be part of a leading cybersecurity company that values innovation and excellence. We offer a flexible remote work environment, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. You will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, enabling you to grow your skills and advance your career.
We believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration, and you will be surrounded by talented professionals who share your passion for technology and security. Our culture encourages open communication and the sharing of ideas, fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to our mission of defeating cyberattacks.
Join us at Sophos and make a meaningful impact in the cybersecurity industry — your work will help protect organizations worldwide from evolving threats, and you will play a key role in shaping the future of our cloud services.
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