Python Developer - Fully Remote

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK start-up is seeking a Founding Engineer to join their elite team. This fully remote role offers the chance to build and scale high-performance systems, take significant ownership, and be part of a transformative journey in the tech industry. Ideal candidates have strong Python skills, a relevant degree, and at least 3 years of backend development experience in a start-up context.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years backend development experience, preferably in a start-up environment.
• Strong skills in Python and DevOps for building high-performance systems.
• Passion for tackling big challenges and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale reliable, high-performance systems.
• Drive real change and help shape the company’s trajectory.
• Work autonomously and take ownership of projects.

Skills

Python

DevOps

Backend Development

Education

Degree from a top university

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Founding Engineer - Fully Remote (UK) - up to £120,000

Are you an experienced software engineer looking to make a big impact? Ready to take on responsibility, work autonomously, and help shape the future of an exciting new venture? Join a stealth-mode start-up led by a small but elite team with experience at some of the world’s top tech companies. This is a rare opportunity to be a founding team member and help build something transformative from the ground up.

What We’re Looking For in a Founding Engineer:

• Strong Python programming skills and a solid grasp of DevOps to build and scale reliable, high-performance systems.
• A degree from a top university
• A minimum of 3 years backend development experience, preferably in a start-up environment.
• A passion for tackling big challenges, taking ownership, and delivering high-impact results.
• Fully remote role with flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK.
• Be part of an exceptional team focused on redefining innovation in tech.
• Unparalleled growth opportunities as you help shape the company’s trajectory.
• The chance to build something meaningful with full autonomy and responsibility.

If you’re ready to take the lead, drive real change, and make your mark, apply today!