Software Engineer (Java Developer)

About Us

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies. As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 600,000 organizations and more than 100 million users worldwide from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Sophos’ services and products connect through the Sophos Central management console and are powered by Sophos X-Ops, the company’s cross-domain threat intelligence unit. Sophos X-Ops intelligence optimizes the entire Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem, which includes a centralized data lake that leverages a rich set of open APIs available to customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity and information technology vendors. Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully managed security solutions. Customers can also manage their cybersecurity directly with Sophos’ security operations platform or use a hybrid approach by supplementing their in-house teams with Sophos’ services, including threat hunting and remediation. Sophos sells through reseller partners and managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

Role Summary

We are looking for a skilled Java App Developer who will be responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users/resources. The primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, and policy and compliance engine, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end while managing and collecting data from remote nodes at scale. The Java Developer will also be responsible for integrating the front-end elements (build by the team) into the application

What you will do

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and software engineers to translate product requirements and user stories into elegant and functional user interfaces.
• Design and develop responsive web applications using modern front-end frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Implement scalable, secure, and maintainable back-end services using technologies such as Python, or Java.
• Integrate front-end and back-end components to ensure seamless end-to-end functionality and data flow.
• Optimize application performance and user experience through efficient UI rendering, caching strategies, and server-side optimizations.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the development team.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in full stack development, and share insights with the team

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. (Master’s degree preferred)
• 4-6 years of experience in back-end technologies such as Python, or Java.
• Experience with database systems such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Ready to Join Us?

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.

· 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

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 

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