Senior / Principal Python Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cloud and AI technology agency is looking for a Senior / Principal Python Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role focuses on leading backend development and crafting robust APIs in a remote, innovative environment. Candidates should be comfortable working independently and possess strong problem-solving skills in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing scalable backend systems.
• Strong grasp of OOP, MVC, TDD; experience with Python frameworks required.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively on innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of scalable backend systems from concept to delivery.
• Design and implement robust APIs using Python (Flask, FastAPI).
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines and optimize system performance.

Skills

Redis

Memcached

RabbitMQ

Celery

OOP

MVC

TDD

Tools

Python

Flask

FastAPI

CI/CD

Docker

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Senior / Principal Python Engineer, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: PJC Services Consultancy

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior / Principal Python Engineer

Location: (Remote)

Type: Full-Time

Overview:

A leading Cloud and AI technology agency is seeking a Senior / Principal Python Engineer to join their growing team. This role offers remote flexibility and the opportunity to work on innovative, end-to-end solutions in a fast-paced, start-up-style environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of scalable backend systems from concept to delivery
• Design and implement robust APIs using Python (Flask, FastAPI)
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines and Docker containers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical problems
• Optimize system performance using caching and message queue architectures
• Contribute to architectural decisions and continuous improvement initiatives

Key Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with Redis, Memcached, RabbitMQ, Celery
• Strong grasp of OOP, MVC, TDD, and design patterns
• Comfortable working independently with high autonomy
• Proven ability to innovate and solve problems collaboratively