Python Engineer

Smartodds Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

In-house chef

In-house masseuse

Team sporting events

25% discount on Brentford Football Club merchandise

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free travel season ticket loan

Job summary

Smartodds Limited is looking for a Python Engineer based in North London. The role involves developing data pipelines and back-end solutions to support high-quality sports data analysis. You'll collaborate closely with a supportive team to optimize processes and deliver production-grade software. Essential skills include advanced Python knowledge, API development, and a relevant degree in computer science. The position offers a dynamic work environment with extensive growth opportunities and excellent employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a Junior Engineering role focused on back-end data solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of Python and API development.
• Good understanding of batch and real-time processing architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop data pipelines and back-end solutions meeting business requirements.
• Deliver production-grade software and collaborate with the team.
• Identify and address bottlenecks in the codebase.

Skills

Python

API development

Code-testing

Understanding of data solution architectures

Interest in sports

Education

B.Sc. in computer science or similar degree

Tools

Django

Docker

Kubernetes

Gitlab

PostgreSQL

Job description

We have a fantastic new opportunity to join our team at Smartodds as a Python Engineer.

Based in North London, Smartodds provides in-depth research and analysis on sporting events around the world, supported by world-class, bespoke software platforms. We are proud of our collaborative and dynamic culture, grounded in our core values of Boldness, Open-mindedness, Ownership, and Togetherness. We are a supportive and collaborative team – our environment is open, inclusive, and focused on doing great work together.

About the role.
As a Python Engineer, you will be responsible for developing data pipelines and back-end solutions that meet specifications and business requirements. This will include delivering production-grade software and collaborating with the team to optimise processes to drive continuous improvement forward.

• Hands-on development of our pipelines and back-end applications for the acquisitions of live and post-match sports data
• Deliver high-quality, production-grade products in line with initial specifications and project requirements
• Follow coding and deployment standards set by the data engineering leadership
• Provide accurate project updates, feedback on progress and timelines for deliverables.
• Identify and escalates bottlenecks or issues within the existing codebase and propose technical and infrastructural improvements
• Provide 3rd line support and deploy hot-fixes as required
• Investigate/debug issues as needed
• Dedicate time to personal and professional growth by improving technical skills, expanding knowledge of relevant subjects (sports, injury, technology) and widening experience with other tools and techniques.

Skills & Experiences

Required

• Previous relevant experience within a mid-level Software Engineering position or at least 2+ years in a Junior Engineering role, working on back-end data solutions and warehousing, with exposure to the technologies listed below
• BSc in computer science or a similar degree
• Advanced knowledge of Python and API development
• Good understanding of data solution architectures with batch processing required, and real time processing knowledge would be an advantage
• Solid foundation with code-testing, preferably with TDD exposure

Preferred (at least 2 out of the following)

• Advanced knowledge of Django, ORMS
• Experience with message bus (RabbitMQ/Kafka)
• Experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab
• Working knowledge with relational databases: PostgreSQL (ideally), MySQL, MSSQL
• Interest in sports, such as football (at least), cricket, tennis, horse racing. Knowledge of their rules and idiosyncrasies

Others

• Ability to work in the UK

From Day One

• 30 days holiday (in addition to bank & public holidays)
• In-house chef*
• In-house masseuse*
• Team sporting events
• 25% discount on Brentford Football Club merchandise
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Interest-free travel season ticket loan
• Offsite trips

*Available on selected days

After 3 Months

• Pension – Employer Contribution starting at 5.5%, and employee starting at 2.5%
• Income protection – 75% of salary (subject to terms & conditions)
• Private Medical Insurance – including coverage of any excess payment
• Life Assurance (4 x times earnings at time of death)
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• A discretionary annual bonus

After 2 Years

• Increase in employer pension contribution to 6% (with a minimum employee contribution of 3%)
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Enhanced Paternity Pay

After 4 Years

• Increase in employer pension contribution to 7% (with a minimum employee contribution of 3.5%)