Lead Python Engineer-Data Governance (Hybrid, SC Clearance)

Sanderson Government & Defence; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson Government & Defence is seeking a Lead Python Engineer for a data-focused programme centred on data anonymisation, obfuscation and sanitisation. The role combines strong Python development with governance, architecture influence and hands-on delivery.

The position involves leading a small delivery team, engaging stakeholders, and driving best practices across multiple parties. Hybrid work with on-site days is expected.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Python development experience.
• Strong experience leading engineering teams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience contributing to governance and architecture discussions.
• Hands-on delivery along with technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and enhancement of Python-based tooling.
• Remain actively involved in software engineering and delivery.
• Engage with governance forums and architecture stakeholders.
• Produce technical guidance, standards and documentation.
• Support initiatives on data privacy, governance and secure data usage.
• Work with stakeholders to drive adoption of recommendations.
• Mentor engineers within the team.

Skills

Python

Django

PostgreSQL

AWS

Tools

Containerised deployments

Job description

Sanderson Government & Defence is seeking a Lead Python Engineer for a data-focused programme centred on data anonymisation, obfuscation and sanitisation. The role combines strong Python development with governance, architecture influence and hands-on delivery.

The position involves leading a small delivery team, engaging stakeholders, and driving best practices across multiple parties. Hybrid work with on-site days is expected.