Senior Python Backend Engineer — Scalable APIs & AI Workflows

Xelix; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic scale-up in the fintech space is looking for a Senior Python Developer to join their team in Greater London. In this role, you'll implement robust solutions, design REST APIs, and ensure code quality through testing and reviews. The company offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £95,000, hybrid working arrangements, and numerous learning opportunities. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of Python experience and familiarity with Django, AWS, and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days of annual leave

Hybrid working

On-site gym

Employee discount at over 100 retailers

Comprehensive private medical & dental cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Learning & development budget (£1,000 annually)

Team socials & activities

Annual team retreat

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python coding professional experience.
• Ability to learn and apply new technology quickly.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to team members and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implementing robust and scalable solutions in Python.
• Developing, using and designing REST APIs to efficiently deliver application components.
• Implementing performance improvement strategies.
• Ensuring the quality of code by writing comprehensive tests and participating in code reviews.

Skills

Python coding

Django

Django Rest Framework

Flask

Amazon Web Services

SQL/PostgreSQL

CI/CD

Effective communication of technical concepts

Education

Degree in Computer Science (or similar), at 2:1 or above

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

Docker

Terraform

Job description

A dynamic scale-up in the fintech space is looking for a Senior Python Developer to join their team in Greater London. In this role, you'll implement robust solutions, design REST APIs, and ensure code quality through testing and reviews. The company offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £95,000, hybrid working arrangements, and numerous learning opportunities. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of Python experience and familiarity with Django, AWS, and CI/CD pipelines.