Senior Backend Developer

Rullion; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Ltd is seeking a Senior Backend Python Engineer for a London-based, hybrid role. The contract is six months with potential extension, and carries a 37-hour work week.

You will work on backend cloud applications using Python and AWS, adopting a serverless-first approach within an agile team. Responsibilities include designing, testing, and deploying features, collaborating with Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams, and advancing large-scale systems and data handling.

Qualifications

• Senior backend experience with Python.
• Proficiency in RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.
• Git and software design fundamentals.
• Experience with TDD and pair programming.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services as part of a cloud-based team.
• Use Python and AWS to power backend functionality.
• Adopt a serverless-first approach in design and implementation.
• Develop, test, and deploy new features and experiments.
• Engage in pair programming and code reviews within the team.
• Collaborate with Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams.

Skills

Senior Backend Developer

Python

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Git

TDD

Pair programming

Software design

Problem solving

Tools

AWS Cloud

Serverless

Job description

London Farringdon office address: 47-53 Charterhouse St, London, EC1M 6PB

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 six-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.

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.

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.