About this role

Darktrace is hiring a senior-level Solutions Engineer in the software engineering function based in Johannesburg Office (hybrid). The posting calls out experience with Networking, Security, SIEM.

Role: Solutions Engineer
Function: software engineering
Level: senior
Track: Individual contributor
Employment: Full-time
Location: Johannesburg Office
Work mode: Hybrid
Posted: May 1, 2026

AI Summary

Senior Solutions Engineer providing technical pre-sales and post-sales support for AI cybersecurity platform. Requires established sales engineer experience with strong cybersecurity knowledge including network security devices, firewalls, SIEM, and TCP/IP protocols. Delivers POV engagements, threat intelligence reports, and custom client integrations.

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Job description

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Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting nearly 10,000 organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI.

The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate – from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com.

Job Description:

Following the rapidly continued growth of our customer base, Darktrace are looking to add to our team of solutions engineers in South Africa. This fast-paced, technical and customer facing role supports our sales teams in ensuring customer needs are met. This is a senior position and would require travel into our Johannesburg office 3x days per week.

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