Senior Backend Developer

Rullion; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is seeking senior Backend Python Engineers to build robust backend services for an energy provider on a hybrid London-based contract. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, initially three months with potential extension.

You will work in an agile team, applying serverless design and collaborating across Product, Data, Front-end, Platform and Security teams. You'll contribute to high-scale systems, deliver features, and participate in code reviews and pair programming to ensure

Qualifications

• Senior backend developer with expertise in Python.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Proficient with Git and version control.
• Excellent problem solving, debugging and design skills.
• Familiar with TDD and pair programming.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to backend systems and cloud apps.
• Develop features using Python and AWS.
• Adopt a serverless-first design and collaborate in an agile team.
• Develop, test, deploy new features and experiments.
• Engage in pair programming and code reviews.
• Collaborate with Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams.

Skills

Senior Backend

Python

REST/GraphQL

Git

TDD

Pair Programming

Communication

AWS

Software Design

Problem Solving

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 three-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, 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.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

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

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