Remote Senior Backend Engineer – API & Cloud Leader

Media Contacts Ltd; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in the media and entertainment sector is seeking a Lead/Senior Software Developer based in the UK. This remote role focuses on the development of a new product and requires expertise in backend languages like Python and Django. The ideal candidate will work closely with the engineering team to deliver business requirements, supervise operations, and manage project risks. A background in media or broadcasting is an advantage as the company expands its impactful software solutions.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of backend languages including Python, Flask, Django, and Node.js.
• Experience in building and supporting RESTful APIs using Django and Django REST Framework.
• Strong understanding of web application architecture and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver development tasks.
• Supervise daily operations of the development team.
• Manage project risks and set engineering standards.
• Maintain software quality and scalability.

Skills

Python

Django

Flask

Node.js

Web application architecture

Git development flow

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

A leading software company in the media and entertainment sector is seeking a Lead/Senior Software Developer based in the UK. This remote role focuses on the development of a new product and requires expertise in backend languages like Python and Django. The ideal candidate will work closely with the engineering team to deliver business requirements, supervise operations, and manage project risks. A background in media or broadcasting is an advantage as the company expands its impactful software solutions.