Senior Python Engineer

• Start Date: ASAP • Duration: 12 months • Rate: £550–600 per day (Outside IR35) • Location: UK (Remote/Hybrid options available) Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Python Developer with a strong foundation in modern software engineering practices and a passion for writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code. This role is ideal for someone with deep Python expertise and experience across distributed systems, backend frameworks, and databases. You'll be joining a collaborative, cross-functional team tackling complex technical challenges, with a focus on developer productivity and innovation. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications using Python (ideally Django or FastAPI). • Work with PostgreSQL/MySQL databases to manage and optimise data access and integrity. • Refactor and modernise legacy systems, including breaking down monolithic applications into distributed architectures (e.g., microservices or modular services). • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, DevOps, QA) to deliver features efficiently and reliably. • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the stack. • Contribute to improving internal developer tools, workflows, and overall productivity. • Stay informed on the latest trends in Python, software architecture, and AI tooling relevant to development. Required Skills and Experience • 6+ years of professional experience with Python, including Django, Flask, or FastAPI. • Strong understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and experience with data modelling and optimisation. • Solid experience with modern development practices (e.g., CI/CD, unit testing, code reviews, type hinting). • Experience refactoring or decomposing monoliths into service-based architectures. • Demonstrated ability to work across multiple technologies and adapt quickly. • Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong engineering mindset. • Confident communicator, capable of managing stakeholder expectations and cross-team coordination. Desirable Experience • Experience with Ruby on Rails or Java is a bonus. • Exposure to Rust or interest in low-level system programming is a strong plus. • Interest or experience in AI-driven developer tooling (e.g., code generation, productivity automation).