Senior Backend Developer

Rullion; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is looking for enthusiastic Backend Python Engineers to join their dynamic team. This full-time position involves building cloud applications using Python and AWS. Ideal candidates will have experience with RESTful APIs and strong problem-solving skills. The role is hybrid, requiring one day weekly in London. This contract initially lasts three months with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise as a Mid or Senior Software Engineer.
• Proficiency in Python as your primary language.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.

Responsibilities

• Help to build full-stack cloud apps.
• Strategize, develop, test, and deploy new features.
• Engage in collaborative coding practices like pair programming.

Skills

Python

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Version control (Git)

Problem-solving

Software design

Debugging

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

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

Initially it will be a three-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in London. It is a full-time role, 40 hours per week. If this role feels right, send us your CV.

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 Mid or Senior Software Engineer.
• Proficiency in Python as your primary language, or willingness to adapt.
• 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.

Please note

Should your application be successful, and you are offered the role, a number of pre‑employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any assignment offer with our client will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure Barring Service.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.