C++ AI/ML Software Engineer in Cambridge

HP Wolf Security is changing the future of endpoint security through delivering secure PCs with advanced hardware‑enforced security features. As AI becomes increasingly important in cybersecurity, we are expanding our R&D team in Cambridge, UK and are looking for an experienced C++ AI/ML Software Engineer to help develop the next generation of intelligent security solutions. You will be designing, developing, and optimizing AI and machine learning capabilities within our security platform, contributing to innovative features that leverage advanced analytics, behavioural detection, and intelligent threat prevention.

Working as part of a highly collaborative engineering team, you will help bridge the gap between cutting‑edge machine learning research and production‑grade security software. We're looking for a talented software engineer with a strong background in modern C++ development and experience applying machine learning and AI techniques within commercial software products. This is a fantastic full‑time opportunity for a collaborative, hands‑on, and experienced developer to join a growing team working at the intersection of cybersecurity, systems software, and artificial intelligence. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and excellent career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain AI/ML‑driven features within HP Wolf Security products.
• Develop high‑performance C++ components that integrate machine learning models into endpoint security solutions.
• Collaborate with data scientists and security researchers to productionise AI and machine learning algorithms.
• Optimise model inference, performance, scalability, and resource utilisation on endpoint devices.
• Develop data processing, evaluation, and automation tools using Python.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of intelligent threat detection, behavioural analysis, and anomaly detection capabilities.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and contribute to future product innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ design, development, debugging, testing, and performance optimisation.
• Experience developing and deploying machine learning or AI‑based software solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and software engineering skills.
• Experience working with Python for machine learning workflows, automation, or tooling.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and version control systems.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Desired Additional Experience

• Machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX Runtime, or similar.
• AI model deployment, optimisation, and inference in production environments.
• Data processing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
• Security, cybersecurity, or threat detection applications of AI/ML.
• Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, or AI‑assisted security technologies.
• High‑performance, multi‑threaded, or systems‑level C++ development.
• Cloud‑based AI/ML services and MLOps practices.

Location & Working Model

This role is based in HP’s Cambridge office under a hybrid working arrangement, with a minimum requirement to be onsite three days per week. As a people‑focused senior role, regular in‑person collaboration is encouraged.

About You

You’re out to reimagine and reinvent what’s possible — in your career as well as the world around you. We love taking on tough challenges, disrupting the status quo, and creating what’s next. We’re in search of talented people who are inspired by big challenges, driven to learn and grow, and dedicated to making a meaningful difference.

Why Join HP Wolf Security

HP Wolf Security is central to HP’s strategy in the PC market, with security designed into hardware, firmware, and software. This integrated approach enables HP to differentiate through built‑in, enterprise‑grade protection and manageability. This role sits at the heart of that strategy, helping deliver the tools that allow customers to deploy, manage, and trust secure PCs at scale. The primary focus of the HP Wolf Security team is developing cyber security solutions to protect our customers’ devices and data.

The digital threat landscape is ever‑changing and as the cybersecurity industry reacts and adapts to changes, so too do the malware authors. Our unique micro‑virtualization technology ensures customers are protected from even the most bleeding‑edge cyber security threats. That micro‑virtualization technology forms a key pillar in a wider cyber security suite that we’re actively developing.

Our History

Inspired by the isolation principles of traditional virtualization, HP’s team known then as Bromium created a game‑changing technology called micro‑virtualization to protect end users against advanced malware. Every task the user performs, such as opening a document or clicking on a link, is isolated in its own micro‑VM, with access to just the resources required for that task, and existing just for the life of the task. Protection is thus provided through isolation, without relying on detection, hence reliably defending the user from polymorphic and even zero‑day malware. Bromium was acquired by HP Inc on 19 September 2019 forming HP Wolf Security.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.hp.com/uk-en/security/endpoint-security-solutions.html

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