Senior Python Developer

Hedgehog Lab; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital product consultancy in the UK seeks a Python Developer to build RESTful APIs and enhance legacy systems. Join a collaborative team working with diverse global clients, while enjoying flexibility and opportunities for continuous learning in a supportive environment.

Benefits

36 days paid holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Flexible working environment

Learning & development budget

Wellbeing budget + free therapy sessions

Bupa health plan (UK)

1 volunteering day per year

Monthly socials & seasonal parties

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Python experience required.
• At least 1 year experience with Django.
• Familiarity with relational databases and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Building and documenting RESTful APIs.
• Designing relational databases (PostgreSQL).
• Improving and evolving legacy systems.

Skills

Backend/API development

Python

Django

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Relational databases

Tools

Docker

PostgreSQL

Job description

Python Developer – Hybrid (UK-wide or Bulgaria)


Build Real Software from Day One

You’ll be delivering secure, scalable APIs for a global cybersecurity client—on meaningful, live projects used by the world’s biggest organisations.


Tackle Real Engineering Challenges

From domain modelling and modernising legacy systems to building APIs from scratch, you’ll solve technically challenging problems in a high-trust team that values clean architecture.

You’ll collaborate with frontend engineers, influence design decisions, and shape more than just the backend.


️ Work with Autonomy & Flexibility

No micromanagement. No meeting overload. You’ll have the freedom to focus, deliver, and work in a way that suits you—with full support and trust from your team.


Variety Without the Job-Hopping

You’ll start on a major client project, but you’re not locked in. Our engineers often move between engagements in fintech, healthtech, and more—without changing jobs.


Grow Your Skills

We support engineers who want to expand their toolkit—whether that’s learning FastAPI or Django Ninja, branching into Node or Golang, or exploring DevOps and AI tools.

Weekly team catch-ups are for knowledge sharing and experimentation, not just status updates.


Work With Good Humans

We care about building a supportive culture.

You’ll work with kind, curious teammates who take pride in what they do and collaborate openly.


What You’ll Be Doing

•Building and documenting RESTful APIs
•Designing relational databases (PostgreSQL)
•Translating requirements into clean, maintainable code
•Working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
•Improving and evolving legacy systems


What You’ll Need

•3–5 years of Python experience
•At least 1 year with Django
•Strong backend/API development skills
•Familiarity with relational databases and cloud platforms
•Confidence working independently and collaboratively


Bonus Points

•Docker experience
• React or frontend exposure
• Cloud certifications
• DevOps or AI interest
• Performance/cost optimisation experience


What You’ll Get

• Flexible hours and hybrid setup
• Variety at pace—diverse clients, exciting industries
• A say in what we build and how we build it


About hedgehog lab

hedgehog lab is a globally renowned digital product consultancy with 20 years of experience.

Based in Northern England, we help global brands craft better digital experiences through technical excellence and human-first collaboration.


Perks

•️ 36 days paid holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Flexible working environment
• Learning & development budget
• Wellbeing budget + free therapy sessions
• Bupa health plan (UK)
• 1 volunteering day per year
• Monthly socials & seasonal parties


Interview Process

1)Intro Call – 30 mins (Google Meet)
2) First Interview – 30 mins (Hiring Manager)
3)Take-home Tech Test – No deadline
4)Final Interview – 60 mins (Panel)


️ How to Apply

If you're a Python backend engineer who wants to build software that matters—let’s talk.

Just send your CV. No cover letter needed.