Remote Python/Django Contract Developer - UK Public Sector

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK public sector organization is seeking a Contract Software Developer to enhance a crucial digital service. Responsibilities include developing a core Python/Django application and managing PostgreSQL databases. The role requires proven experience in Python/Django, PostgreSQL, and an active UK Security Clearance. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £700-£750 and the chance to contribute to a nationally important digital project in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate (£700-£750)

Opportunity to contribute to a nationally important digital service

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Clear project scope with well-defined deliverables

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience with Python and Django framework.
• Strong expertise in PostgreSQL database design, optimisation, and management.
• Experience in maintaining, refactoring, or migrating legacy systems.
• Solid understanding of server-side application architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in an Agile environment.
• Active UK Security Clearance (SC or above) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain a secure and scalable Python/Django application.
• Manage and optimise PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system modernisation.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.

Skills

Python

Django

PostgreSQL

RESTful APIs

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

A leading UK public sector organization is seeking a Contract Software Developer to enhance a crucial digital service. Responsibilities include developing a core Python/Django application and managing PostgreSQL databases. The role requires proven experience in Python/Django, PostgreSQL, and an active UK Security Clearance. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £700-£750 and the chance to contribute to a nationally important digital project in a collaborative environment.