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Rullion; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is seeking Senior Backend Python Engineers for an energy provider in the UK. The role is hybrid in London, on a six-month contract with potential extension, and 37 hours per week.

You will build cloud-based backend services using Python and AWS, embracing a server-less first approach within an agile team, and participate in feature development, testing, and code reviews.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise as a Senior Backend Developer.
• Proficiency in Python as the primary language.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.
• Proficiency with Git and version control practices.
• Solid understanding of development best practices including pair programming and TDD.
• Willingness to engage with emerging technologies and collaborate on inception-to-delivery solutions.
• Strong software design, problem-solving and debugging abilities.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in the backend engineering team, helping to build full-stack cloud apps.
• Use Python and AWS Cloud services on the backend.
• Adopt a server-less first approach to application design, within an agile team.
• Strategy, development, testing, and deployment of new features and experiments.
• Engage in collaborative coding practices such as pair programming and code reviews.
• Contribute to resolving complexities in large-scale systems and datasets.
• Foster collaboration with Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams.

Skills

Senior Backend Developer

Python

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Git

TDD

Pair programming

AWS

Tools

Git

Job description

Join a dynamic energy provider dedicated to sustainable solutions in the UK. We seek enthusiastic and resourceful Backend Python Engineers at senior levels who are passionate about crafting exceptional products.

Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London. It is a full-time role, 37 hours per week.

Accountabilities:

• Playing a pivotal role in the backend engineering team, you will help to build full-stack cloud apps.
• You’ll be using Python and AWS Cloud services on the backend.
• Adopt a Server-less first approach to application design, collaborating within an agile team alongside other backend engineers and product designers.
• Strategize, develop, test, and deploy new features and experiments.
• Engage in collaborative coding practices such as pair programming and code reviews within the team.
• Contribute to resolving the complexities inherent in large-scale systems and extensive datasets.
• Foster close collaboration with our Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise as a Senior Backend Developer.
• Proficiency in Python as your primary language
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.
• Proficiency in version control tools like Git.
• Sound understanding of development best practices including pair programming and TDD.
• Eagerness to engage with emerging technologies and collaborate with the team in designing solutions from inception, facilitated by effective communication skills that promote teamwork.
• Strong abilities in software design, problem-solving, and debugging.
• Enthusiasm for continuous code improvement and learning from peers.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.