Lead Python Developer

Reed; Cirencester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing start-up in Cirencester is seeking a Lead Python Developer to shape architecture and lead development. The role involves working closely with embedded systems like Raspberry Pi. The ideal candidate has strong Python experience and is comfortable in an agile environment. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and potential for equity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Potential for equity

Influence over tech decisions

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience in a lead or senior Python role.
• Exposure to embedded systems like Raspberry Pi.
• Comfortable working in an agile start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of Python-based applications and services.
• Working closely with founders to define technical strategy.
• Building integrations with Raspberry Pi and other hardware.
• Mentoring junior developers and scaling the team.
• Driving best practices in code quality and deployment.

Skills

Strong commercial experience with Python

Exposure to Raspberry Pi, GPIO, or similar embedded systems

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile start-up environment

Experience with Linux

Knowledge of Git

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Lead Python Developer – Start-Up Opportunity

Location: [Hybrid / Cirencester]Salary: CompetitiveType: Permanent

We’re working with a fast-growing start-up that’s building something genuinely exciting at the intersection of software and hardware. They’re now looking for a Lead Python Developer to join their founding tech team and take ownership of the core platform.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to shape architecture, lead development, and work closely with embedded systems like Raspberry Pi in a real-world product environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the development of Python-based applications and services from the ground up
• Working closely with the founders to define technical strategy and roadmap
• Building integrations with Raspberry Pi and other hardware components
• Mentoring junior developers and helping scale the engineering team
• Driving best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment

What We’re Looking For

• Strong commercial experience with Python – ideally in a lead or senior role
• Exposure to Raspberry Pi, GPIO, or similar embedded systems
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile start-up environment
• Experience with Linux, Git, and CI/CD pipelines

Why This Role?

• You’ll be joining at a pivotal stage with real influence over tech decisions
• Work on a product that blends software and hardware in a meaningful way
• Flexible working, competitive salary, and potential for equity
• Backed by experienced founders and early-stage investors