Lead Python Developer - DV Cleared

NPAworldwide; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-led consultancy in the UK is hiring Full Stack Python / React Developers to work on modern software solutions for clients in the government and defense sectors. This role involves designing and developing secure, scalable systems and APIs, with a focus on collaboration within Agile teams. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in Python and React, along with familiarity in DevOps practices. The position offers flexible work hours, a learning budget, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexitime – 37.5 hrs / week structured your way + remote options

Learning budget – for training, certifications, and conferences

Private healthcare and matched pension

Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups

Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Python and React (or other modern frontend frameworks).
• Skilled in full-stack development with clean, maintainable code.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation.
• Comfortable in Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban).
• Confident collaborating with internal stakeholders and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Python and React.
• Build scalable APIs and data pipelines using modern architecture principles.
• Leverage open-source libraries, GitLab CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code.
• Deploy to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and private cloud).
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle – from requirements to delivery and beyond.

Skills

Python

React

Full-stack Development

Agile Methodologies

DevOps Tools

Clean Code Principles

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

AWS

Azure

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

We are hiring Full Stack Python / React Developers to join a mission‑led consultancy delivering modern software solutions to clients in the UK Government and Defence sector. You'll be part of a high‑trust, agile team developing secure, scalable systems and progressive web apps that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Python and React.
• Build scalable APIs and data pipelines using modern architecture principles.
• Leverage open‑source libraries, GitLab CI/CD, and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Deploy to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and private cloud).
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle – from requirements to delivery and beyond.

What We’re Looking For

We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset. You should enjoy solving complex problems and be excited about working with modern tech in a mission‑focused environment.

Ideal Experience

• Strong experience in Python and React (or other modern frontend frameworks).
• Skilled in full‑stack development with clean, maintainable code.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation.
• Comfortable in Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban).
• Confident collaborating with internal stakeholders and external clients.

Bonus

Exposure to secure or classified development environments.

What’s In It for You?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

Benefits Include

• 💫 Flexitime – 37.5 hrs / week structured your way + remote options.
• 📚 Learning budget – for training, certifications, and conferences.
• ❤️ Private healthcare and matched pension.
• 🎉 Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups.
• 🚀 Career growth in a fast‑moving, meaningful sector.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute.

Interested?

Whether you're actively looking or just exploring options, we’d love to start a conversation. Apply now or get in touch to learn more.