Senior Full Stack Developer -Python and React

Cavendish Professionals; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join a technology team focused on delivering digital products. You will collaborate with teams and provide strategic guidance on system design while producing efficient code, particularly on Azure cloud platforms. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in TypeScript, ReactJS, Python, and a strong background in software engineering. This role fosters a culture of ownership and initiative.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong system design and software architecture skills.
• Experience developing on cloud platforms, particularly Azure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions.
• Produce maintainable, efficient code for Azure cloud environments.
• Provide strategic guidance on system design and software architecture.

Skills

TypeScript

ReactJS

Python (FastAPI, Pydantic)

PostgreSQL

Docker

RabbitMQ or Kafka

OpenTelemetry

Azure

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their expanding technology team, helping deliver robust digital products that support the growth and scalability of the business.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and define technical solutions.
• Produce clean, maintainable, and efficient code to be deployed at scale in Azure cloud environments.
• Lead team stand-ups and participate in software development lifecycle activities.
• Engage in scaffolding new projects, testing ideas, pair programming, and reviewing pull requests.
• Provide strategic guidance on system design, software architecture, and technical best practices.
• Drive a product-focused approach, ensuring solutions deliver significant business value and align with user needs.
• Foster a startup-like culture within the team, encouraging ownership, initiative, and a “get it done” attitude.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong experience with TypeScript and ReactJS for frontend development.
• Extensive experience with Python, particularly FastAPI and Pydantic (or equivalents).
• Proficiency with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL (or equivalents).
• Strong system design and software architecture skills.
• Experience with microservices architectures and containerization (Docker).
• Familiarity with message-queueing solutions such as RabbitMQ or Kafka.
• Understanding of observability frameworks (e.g., OpenTelemetry).
• Experience developing on cloud platforms, particularly Azure.
• Prior experience with AI and machine learning technologies is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for Generative AI, with practical exposure to frameworks such as RAG apps, vector DBs, LangChain, or agentic frameworks being desirable.
• Knowledge of agile and extreme programming methodologies.
• Proficiency with Git and source code management.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical mindset, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to guide non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to take ownership and responsibility for project success.

For more information - please apply for this job or send your CV directly and we will contact you to provide further details.
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