Senior Backend Engineer — Python Microservices (FastAPI) London

Fruition Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading Insurtech company in London is seeking a motivated Senior Backend Engineer to build and scale their insurance platform. The role focuses on developing Python microservices using FastAPI and collaborating in a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in Python development, microservices, and cloud infrastructure. This position offers a competitive salary up to £95,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Python development (FastAPI, Flask, or Django).
• Good knowledge of microservices, APIs, and cloud-based infrastructure.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Git, and CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python microservices running in production.
• Take ownership of features end-to-end, from design to deployment and monitoring.
• Write high-quality, testable code with a focus on scalability and resilience.

Skills

Python development

Microservices

APIs

Cloud-based infrastructure

Collaboration

Tools

FastAPI

Flask

Django

SQL

NoSQL

Git

Job description

A leading Insurtech company in London is seeking a motivated Senior Backend Engineer to build and scale their insurance platform. The role focuses on developing Python microservices using FastAPI and collaborating in a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in Python development, microservices, and cloud infrastructure. This position offers a competitive salary up to £95,000 plus benefits.