Python & React Developer

Stott and May; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a talented Python + React Developer for a remote position in the UK. You will design and develop modern applications, collaborate with engineering teams, and drive technical excellence. Essential skills include strong Python experience and proficiency in React. The role requires adaptability and a proactive approach to overcome challenges in a dynamic environment. This position offers a competitive day rate and a contract duration of 6 months.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Python programming.
• Proficient in JavaScript frameworks, especially React.
• Comfortable in dynamic environments undergoing change.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Solution Architects on technical solutions.
• Work with engineering teams to deliver high-quality software.
• Identify and resolve technical blockers to ensure progress.

Skills

Strong commercial experience with Python

Proficient in JavaScript frameworks (ideally React)

Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively

Experience in agile environments

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Python + React Developer

Location: UK (Remote)
Day Rate: Market Rate (Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: 6 months

Overview

We are seeking a talented Python + React Developer to join a fast-paced engineering team supporting ongoing digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, collaborative and proactive, with a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.

The Role

You will design, develop and support modern applications using Python and JavaScript frameworks, working with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions. You will play a key role in helping drive technical excellence, unblock delivery challenges and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering landscape.

Key Responsibilities

(Examples you can pick from—no duplication)

• Collaborate with Solution Architects to shape technical solutions and contribute to design decisions

• Work closely with engineering teams to build, test and deliver high-quality software

• Lead and participate in planning, delivery and execution of internal and cross-functional projects

• Act as a technical expert for platforms and services under development

• Keep abreast of platform changes, tooling enhancements and industry trends

• Champion modern development practices, automation and engineering standards

• Identify and remove technical blockers to ensure steady delivery progress

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical and security-related issues

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with technology, product and operational teams

• Identify performance bottlenecks and recommend practical improvements

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong commercial experience with Python

• Proficient in JavaScript frameworks, ideally React (Angular also considered)

• Comfortable working in dynamic environments undergoing change

• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within distributed teams

• Experience supporting modern digital delivery within agile environments

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

• Familiarity with API design and microservices

• Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker/Kubernetes)