Senior Python Developer

Wave Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-focused recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role, which offers remote or hybrid working options, involves building and maintaining high-quality backend services and APIs using modern Python technologies. Candidates should be proficient in Python and enjoy hands-on development with various cloud and container tools. This 12-month contract role promises challenging work with competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Proficient in developing scalable applications using Python.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and container orchestration.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design systems.
• Contribute to system performance and reliability.

Skills

Python 3.x

FastAPI

Flask

Django

REST APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Redis

CI/CD

Automated testing

Job description

Senior Python Developer – Contract

Location: Remote / Hybrid from London

Contract Length: 12 months (extension likely)

Day Rate: Competitive / Market-leading

The Role

We’re seeking a Senior Python Developer to work on a 12 month contract role to work on scalable, high-quality software using modern Python technologies. You’ll be part of an experienced engineering team delivering reliable backend services and APIs in a cloud-based environment.

This role suits someone who enjoys hands‑on development, clean code, and working with up‑to‑date tools and frameworks.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs
• Write clean, testable, well-structured code
• Work with cloud infrastructure and containerised environments
• Collaborate with engineers, product, and data teams
• Contribute to system design, performance, and reliability

Tech Stack

• Python 3.x
• FastAPI / Flask / Django
• REST APIs, async Python
• PostgreSQL / MySQL / Redis
• Docker, Kubernetes
• AWS / Azure / GCP
• CI/CD, automated testing

If you’re a Senior Python Developer who wants challenging work, modern tools, and the freedom that comes with contract roles, we’d love to hear from you.