Cyber Software & Research Engineer

TRAPDOOR Labs is looking for a talented and motivated Cyber Software & Research Engineer to join our growing team. You will work on developing secure, high-performance software solutions, contributing to innovative projects in the cybersecurity space. While this role may involve taking the lead on certain tasks or mentoring others, the primary focus will be on hands‑on development, problem‑solving, and applied research.

• Design, develop, and maintain secure software across the full lifecycle.
• Work closely with the team to deliver high‑quality solutions on time.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver to their needs.
• Contribute to applied research initiatives to improve and evolve our cybersecurity capabilities.
• Support and share knowledge with peers, occasionally guiding junior team members.

• You have solid experience in software engineering, with a strong understanding of secure coding principles.
• Comfortable working with low‑level desktop development for Windows and Linux.
• Skilled in one or more programming languages and willing to learn new tools and technologies as projects demand.
• Enjoys digging into challenging problems, exploring new ideas, and learning through applied research.
• Able to take initiative and work independently while collaborating effectively within a small, close‑knit team.

TRAPDOOR Labs, founded in 2019, specializes in crafting well‑designed, highly assured software solutions in the cybersecurity space. Our small but highly skilled team is well‑regarded by our clients, with whom we have built long‑standing relationships. Our core business revolves around Active Cyber Software Engineering and Research. We have also invested in developing a bespoke cybersecurity research and analysis application.

We offer great benefits, including

• private medical insurance
• wellbeing days
• a performance‑related bonus
• an EV car via a salary sacrifice scheme
• a personal learning and development allowance
• a home office allowance

We value curiosity and continuous learning, providing numerous opportunities for both personal and professional development. Our supportive atmosphere places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and maintaining a positive culture at the core of our values.

We encourage new ideas and innovation, believing that fresh perspectives help us create better products and continuously improve. With a team of professionals, we have built strong, trusting relationships with our clients, making TRAPDOOR Labs a place where engineers can thrive and feel appreciated.