Python Engineer (Hybrid in London)

Signify Technology; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Signify Technology is seeking an experienced Python Developer with expertise in Django and SQL/PostgreSQL for a hybrid role in London. The successful candidate will develop and maintain web applications and backend systems specifically in the FinTech industry. Key responsibilities include writing clean code, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with data security standards. If you thrive in collaborative environments and have experience with cloud platforms and containerization tools, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in Python development.
• Strong expertise in Django framework.
• Solid experience with SQL/PostgreSQL, including performance tuning and complex queries.
• Prior experience in the FinTech industry is required.
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and integration.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and Django.
• Build and optimise backend services, APIs, and database schemas for performance and scalability.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Ensure high standards of data security, compliance, and performance in financial applications.

Skills

Python development

Django

SQL/PostgreSQL

RESTful API design

Data privacy and security

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Job Summary

My client is looking for a skilled and experienced Python Developer with a strong background in Django, SQL/PostgreSQL, and hands‑on experience in the FinTech industry. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining robust backend systems that support financial services and products. You should be able to write clean, scalable, and secure code and be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment.

Job Title

Python Developer

Location

London / Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and Django
• Build and optimise backend services, APIs, and database schemas for performance and scalability
• Work closely with product, design, and DevOps teams to deliver new features and improve existing systems
• Write clean, well‑documented, and testable code
• Manage and optimise SQL/PostgreSQL queries, data models, and migrations
• Ensure high standards of data security, compliance, and performance in financial applications
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience in Python development
• Strong expertise in Django framework
• Solid experience with SQL and/or PostgreSQL, including performance tuning and complex queries
• Prior experience in the FinTech industry is required
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and integration
• Understanding of data privacy, security standards, and regulatory compliance relevant to FinTech
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross‑functional teams
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerisation tools
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)