At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement innovative solutions for Barracuda's Zero Trust platform.
- Company: Join Barracuda, a leading cybersecurity company with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for mentorship and internal mobility.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while working with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in software development and strong programming skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.
We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.
Envision yourself at Barracuda: Barracuda Networks is seeking a talented individual to work on our Zero Trust products and cloud services. The individual will become a member tasked with the development of innovative solutions to protect endpoints from emerging web-based threats. Primary responsibilities will include:
- Designing and implementing core components of Barracuda’s Zero Trust platform
- Building and enhancing a cloud-native policy enforcement engine
- Integrating services across distributed data plane and security systems
- Analysing and improving system performance, scalability, and reliability
- Troubleshooting networking and system-level issues in production environments
- Collaborating with engineers, technical leads, and cross-functional teams
For senior level candidates:
- Leading design initiatives and driving architectural decisions
- Mentoring and guiding junior engineers
- Owning complex features end-to-end (design implementation optimization)
- Influencing best practices in performance, scalability, and security
Tech Stack Exposure:
- Programming: GoLang, Rust, TypeScript, and/or C/C++
- Networking: TCP, HTTP/HTTPS
- Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- Data formats: JSON, XML, ProtoBuf
- Tooling: Git, CMake, Conan, Cargo
- Debugging: GDB, LLDB
What You Bring to the Role:
- Intermediate Software Engineer (3–5 years): Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience; strong programming skills; solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/HTTP/HTTPS, TLS basics); strong troubleshooting and analytical skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Senior Software Engineer (5+ years): Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience; advanced proficiency in Go, Rust, or C/C++ with strong system design skills; deep understanding of Layer 4–7 protocols and secure networking concepts; experience building and operating scalable, cloud-native systems; proven ability to design, optimize, and refactor complex systems; strong mentorship and cross-team collaboration skills.
Nice to Have (Both Levels):
- Experience with Windows or macOS systems programming
- Background in security products, Zero Trust, or network security
- Familiarity with performance tuning and low-level system debugging
What you’ll get from us: A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda.
Software Senior Engineer in Nottingham employer: Barracuda
Barracuda is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Reading. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to numerous opportunities for advancement while working alongside talented professionals in a supportive environment. The hybrid nature of this role allows for flexibility, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a meaningful career in the fast-evolving tech landscape.
