Python Software Engineer - Cloud, Automation & Scalability

National Grid; Kegworth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Kegworth seeks a skilled Python Software Engineer to design and manage advanced software systems. Your role will involve optimising performance across cloud and on-premise platforms, implementing automation, and ensuring security compliance. Candidates should have strong Python skills, experience with AWS, and a problem-solving mindset. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £67,000, a performance bonus, and flexible benefits including a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Python and Bash/PowerShell scripting.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of containerisation and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable software aligned with business goals.
• Optimise performance of distributed systems.
• Implement security protocols and ensure compliance.

Skills

Python Programming

Bash Scripting

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Problem Solving

Tools

Splunk

Grafana

ELK

Job description

A leading energy provider in Kegworth seeks a skilled Python Software Engineer to design and manage advanced software systems. Your role will involve optimising performance across cloud and on-premise platforms, implementing automation, and ensuring security compliance. Candidates should have strong Python skills, experience with AWS, and a problem-solving mindset. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £67,000, a performance bonus, and flexible benefits including a contributory pension scheme.