Backend Python Developer

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for a global pharmaceutical client. This 6-month hybrid contract requires strong Python and cloud-native skills, particularly in Google Cloud. The role offers the chance to collaborate on innovative projects that transform healthcare. Apply with your updated CV.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Python backend development.
• Strong cloud-native development skills, ideally with Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust backend systems for Python-based web applications.
• Integrate AI/ML components with data and infrastructure.
• Deliver high-quality and thoroughly tested code.

Skills

Python backend development

Cloud-native development

DevOps practices

Healthcare innovation

Tools

Docker

FastAPI

Google Cloud

pytest

React

Job description

Software Engineer - AI/ML Leading Pharma Client 6-Month Contract Inside IR35 Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)

My client, a global pharmaceutical leader, is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions aimed at transforming healthcare. This is a 6-month contract, inside IR35, offering hybrid working (3 days onsite).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robust backend systems for Python-based web applications
• Integrate AI/ML components with data, infrastructure, and frontend systems
• Deliver high-quality, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code
• Monitor and enhance performance of tools and services
• Collaborate across technical teams to build end-to-end data pipelines

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in Python backend development (e.g. FastAPI)
• Strong cloud-native development skills, ideally with Google Cloud
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, automated testing (e.g. pytest), and agile methodologies
• Passion for healthcare innovation and continuous learning
• Bonus: Background in biological sciences or pharmaceutical industry

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Docker and multi-container architectures
• Exposure to scientific datasets (e.g. genomics, proteomics)
• Familiarity with AI/ML deployment, especially NLP tools (LangGraph, AutoGen)
• Understanding of AI/ML evaluation and iterative improvement
• Some experience with frontend development (e.g. React)

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please apply with your updated CV.