Python Developer

Pioneer Search; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist insurer in the UK seeks a Python Developer to grow the engineering team. The ideal candidate will focus on building maintainable backend services and APIs, collaborate with Product Owners, and contribute to CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps. This role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and learning from experienced developers in a hybrid work environment. Entry-level applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Python Developer in a professional environment.
• Experience in building backend services/APIs with automated testing in Python.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD and working in an agile delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance backend services and APIs in Python.
• Work with teams to design services that align with business goals.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and help improve DevOps practices.

Skills

Backend services development

APIs

CI/CD

Python

Communication skills

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Docker

Job description

This range is provided by Pioneer Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Python Developer - London / Hybrid

A leading specialist (re)insurer is growing its engineering team as it modernises its digital and data platforms. This is a great opportunity for someone who is eager to kick on, deepen their Python skills and grow into a key engineering contributor.

As a Python Developer your focus will be on building fast, secure and maintainable backend services and APIs. You'll work closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders, so strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and enhance backend services and APIs in Python, with a focus on performance, security and maintainability
• Work with Product Owners, Lead Developers and business teams to design services that align with business goals
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, and help improve DevOps practices
• Embrace and support continuous improvement across engineering capability, tooling and Azure cloud usage
• Use monitoring, logging and observability tools to keep services healthy and reliable
• Build effective working relationships with key technical and non-technical stakeholders across the business

Skills & Experience

• 2+ years' experience as a Python Developer in a professional environment
• Experience building backend services/APIs, plus familiarity with automated testing in Python
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions), Git and working in an agile delivery environment
• Exposure to Docker or other containerisation tools, and modern observability/monitoring platforms
• Clear, confident communication skills, able to explain technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders and build strong working relationships

Why Join?

• Join a tech‑led insurer where the technology environment is constantly evolving and improving.
• Work end‑to‑end on backend services that directly impact digital products and customer experience
• Learn from experienced Lead Developers while taking real ownership early in your career
• Genuine focus on continuous improvement, modern DevOps practices and cloud‑first delivery

If you're a Python Developer who enjoys solving real business problems, collaborating with stakeholders and improving delivery, this role will give you the platform to grow and make a visible impact.

Apply now or contact me directly for more information.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development