Senior Python Engineer - Django, DevOps & IaC Security

Pontoon Solutions; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pontoon Solutions is seeking a Senior Python Engineer in Welwyn Garden City. The role focuses on building robust APIs, integrating security practices, and developing CI/CD pipelines within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive Python and Django experience, run asynchronous task pipelines, and ensure security across applications. This role directly impacts the security posture of the company’s software and involves working with cross-functional teams on innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Django and Django REST Framework at senior level.
• Experience with asynchronous task queues like Celery and Redis.
• Proficient in relational databases and ORM, especially Django ORM.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Django.
• Ensure best practices for code quality, performance, and security.
• Integrate security practices into all API layers.

Skills

Python development

Django

DevOps

REST API design

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Tools

PostgreSQL

Celery

Redis

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Pontoon Solutions is seeking a Senior Python Engineer in Welwyn Garden City. The role focuses on building robust APIs, integrating security practices, and developing CI/CD pipelines within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive Python and Django experience, run asynchronous task pipelines, and ensure security across applications. This role directly impacts the security posture of the company’s software and involves working with cross-functional teams on innovative solutions.