Backend Software Engineer 2 (UK)

sophos· Software Engineering
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📍 United KingdomPermanent

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About Us Sophos is a cybersecurity leader defending 600,000 organizations globally with an AI-driven platform and expert-led services. Sophos meets organizations wherever they are in their security maturity and grows with them to defeat cyberattacks. Its solutions combine machine learning, automation, and real-time threat intelligence with frontline human expertise from Sophos X-Ops to deliver advanced, 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response.   Sophos offers industry-leading managed detection and response (MDR) alongside a comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity technologies — including endpoint, network, email, and cloud security, extended detection and response (XDR), identity threat detection and response (ITDR), and next-gen SIEM. Together with expert advisory services, these capabilities help organizations proactively reduce risk and respond faster, with the visibility and scalability needed to stay ahead of evolving threats.   Sophos goes to market with a global partner ecosystem, including Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), resellers and distributors, marketplace integrations, and cyber risk partners, giving organizations the flexibility to choose trusted relationships when securing their business. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com. Role Summary    This role sits within theCISO Advantageteam, building a product that democratises access to enterprise grade cybersecurity leadership for organisations of all sizes.    As aSoftware Engineer, you will contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality software components. You will work closely with senior engineers, support product delivery, and continually build your technical skills while learning best practices in cloud native engineering, security, and scalable system development.

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This Backend Software Engineer 2 (UK) position at sophos was posted on May 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Backend Software Engineer 2 (UK)
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