Python Technical Architect

Avance Consulting; Bradford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technical solutions is seeking a Python Technical Architect to spearhead the design and development of high-performance applications. The role requires extensive experience in Python frameworks, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies. Successful candidates will lead technical teams, define best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience, with minimum 6 years in Python.
• Expert in Python frameworks like Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend systems using Python.
• Define best practices for development teams and lead technical discussions.
• Ensure system performance, security, and adherence to agile methodologies.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Python Expertise

Microservices Architecture

RESTful APIs

Cloud Platforms

Containerization

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Django

Flask

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Jenkins

CI/CD

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Python Technical Architect to lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance applications and solutions.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical leadership skills, deep Python expertise, and a passion for designing clean and robust architectures.

Your responsibilities :

• Architect and design scalable, secure, and robust backend systems using Python.
• Define best practices and coding standards for development teams.
• Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and mentoring sessions.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure adherence to architectural principles and agile methodologies.
• Guide teams in the selection of appropriate frameworks, tools, and platforms.
• Maintain system reliability, performance, and security.
• Participate in estimation, planning, and risk management. Research emerging technologies and industry trends to keep the system architecture updated.

Essential skills/ knowledge /experience:

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 6+ years in Python.
• Expertise in Python frameworks like Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Proficient in relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of design patterns, OOP principles, and clean code practices.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:

• Experience with asynchronous programming (e.g., asyncio, Celery).
• Exposure to message brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka.
• Understanding of GraphQL, gRPC, or WebSockets.
• Previous experience in architecting data-intensive or AI/ML-based systems.
• Certifications in cloud technologies or architecture (AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF, etc.).