Remote Python Engineer – Secure Data Platform

Coltech; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Python Engineer for a fully remote position in England. The role involves developing and hardening Python-based services within a major defence programme focused on secure data exchange. Candidates must have strong Python skills and experience in secure environments. Key responsibilities include implementing APIs, managing microservices, and contributing to CI/CD processes. This is a 12-month contract position expected to extend, offering a collaborative environment with senior engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging patterns.
• Ability to work in a senior, cross-functional engineering team.
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and secure service design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python microservices for secure data exchange.
• Implement APIs and integration layers according to architecture patterns.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Skills

Strong hands on experience with Python

Understanding of APIs and microservices

Experience with secure development practices

Experience with containerised workloads

Proficiency with CI / CD tooling

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading technology firm is seeking a Python Engineer for a fully remote position in England. The role involves developing and hardening Python-based services within a major defence programme focused on secure data exchange. Candidates must have strong Python skills and experience in secure environments. Key responsibilities include implementing APIs, managing microservices, and contributing to CI/CD processes. This is a 12-month contract position expected to extend, offering a collaborative environment with senior engineering teams.