Python Developer

Job Title: Python Developer (Backend) Location: Remote (Quarterly Planning Sessions in Bristol) Remuneration: £600 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Contract Details: Initial 6 months with multi-year extension potential Overview Our client is seeking multiple Backend Python Developers to contribute to an exciting greenfield programme aimed at building a state-of-the-art customer services platform.

This initiative focuses on creating a unified backend service that will support customer-facing applications, requiring skilled engineers who thrive in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using Python. Build scalable REST APIs and microservices to enhance customer-facing applications. Create cloud-native solutions within AWS environments. Collaborate with product, frontend, and engineering teams to deliver innovative platform features.

Contribute to architecture, design, and engineering best practises. Support the development of a new strategic service from inception. Participate actively in Agile ceremonies and collaborative product delivery. Essential

Skills & Experience

Strong commercial experience in developing backend applications with Python. Proven ability to build and support REST APIs and microservices. Experience working within AWS cloud environments. Proficiency in databases, including PostgreSQL, SQL, and/or NoSQL (DynamoDB experience is highly desirable).

Demonstrated experience in developing production-grade backend services. A hands-on engineering approach with a product-focused mindset. Comfortable operating within Agile delivery teams and engaging with stakeholders. Desirable

Skills

Familiarity with DynamoDB and event-driven architecture. Experience in distributed systems and asynchronous processing. Knowledge of microservices architecture and building cloud-native platforms at scale. Previous experience on CRM, customer service, or product-based platforms.

Candidate Profile This opportunity appeals to developers who: Are genuinely passionate about backend engineering and enjoy solving complex technical challenges. Thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and can collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Have a strong ownership mentality and a desire to deliver significant business value through their contributions. Prefer to remain hands-on and actively contribute to development efforts. Contract Details: Initial 6-month contract with multi-year extension potential.

Competitive rate of £600 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella). Fully remote with quarterly planning sessions in Bristol. Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a newly established team, playing a pivotal role in delivering a strategic platform from the ground up.

With significant long-term investment backing the programme, successful contractors are likely to h...

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