Backend Developer (Python)

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd

City Of London

Hybrid

GBP 121,000 - 143,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd in London is seeking a Backend Developer (Python) on a 6-month contract. The role is hybrid in London and pays £550-£650 per day Inside IR35.

The project focuses on building, modernising and supporting distributed, high-availability backend services within a banking environment. Key requirements include strong Python backend development, advanced SQL, microservices and event-driven architecture, Kafka/Tibco, TDD, Kubernetes/OpenShift, Prometheus/Grafana, and

Qualifications

  • Strong Python backend development experience.
  • Advanced SQL and database development.
  • Experience with microservices and event-driven design.
  • Familiarity with Kafka and/or Tibco.
  • Test-driven development and automated testing.
  • Kubernetes and/or OpenShift administration.
  • Exposure to Prometheus and Grafana monitoring.
  • Experience in production support and troubleshooting.
  • Agile delivery experience.

Skills

Python
SQL
Microservices
Kafka
Tibco
TDD
Kubernetes
OpenShift
Prometheus
Grafana
Production support
Agile

Tools

Kafka
Tibco

Job description

Backend Developer (Python)
6 Months
London (Hybrid)
£550-650 per day (Inside IR35)

***Please note - The selected candidate MUST HAVE strong Banking Experience to be considered for this position***

My client, a tier 1 bank, looking for an experienced Backend Developer to join a high-performing engineering team within a global financial services environment. The role focuses on building, modernising and supporting highly distributed, business-critical backend systems.

Key Requirements
  • Strong Python backend development
  • Advanced SQL / database development
  • Microservices and event-driven architecture
  • Kafka and/or Tibco
  • TDD and automated testing
  • Kubernetes and/or OpenShift
  • Prometheus, Grafana or similar
  • Production support and troubleshooting
  • Agile delivery experience
Desirable
  • Financial Services / Capital Markets experience
  • CI/CD and DevOps
  • Legacy system modernisation
  • Experience supporting critical production platforms

We're looking for a hands-on engineer with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on code quality, testing and system reliability.

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