Senior Software Developer - Python

TXP Technology x People; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Software Developer for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have strong Python expertise, experience with data services, and familiarity with cloud technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. This role involves collaborative work in an agile setting, contributing to high-quality software development. Flexible location options include London or Manchester with a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python with experience in Ruby desirable.
• Experience with data services and API integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop Python-based applications and data services.
• Collaborate with user-centered design teams.
• Write high-quality, well-documented code.

Skills

Strong Python development

Docker

Kubernetes

API development

Agile working practices

Tools

Git/version control

Job description

Senior Software Developer - Python

12-Month Contract

Inside IR35

Role Details

Location: London or Manchester (2 days / week onsite + monthly team rotation)

Duration: 12 months

Clearance: BPSS to start; active SC required due to timsecale of the project

Team: 10 direct reports, part of a 60+ programme

Experience: 4+ years

Essential Skills

Technical

• Strong Python development (primary focus), Ruby experience desirable
• Experience across multiple services, particularly data services
• Docker, Kubernetes, Git / version control
• API development and integration
• Agile working practices and adherence to technical standards

Approach

• Pride in writing high-quality, well-documented code
• Ownership of the full development process
• Collaborative working with user-centered design (UCD) teams
• Thrives in small, agile, multi-disciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities

Develop Python-based applications and data ...