Senior Software Engineer (Python)

Veson Nautical; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves solving complex problems in maritime commerce, designing and developing a SaaS platform. Applicants should have expertise in Python, SQL, and API architecture, with opportunities for mentoring and leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer.
• Experience in developing backend services with an object-oriented language.
• Solid understanding of SQL for database management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams across various areas of the codebase.
• Design, develop, and support software in a hybrid cloud environment.
• Drive significant projects from design to rollout.

Skills

Python

SQL

RESTful API

GraphQL API

Agile methodologies

Tools

Docker

AWS

GCP

Job description

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Description

Senior Software Engineer
Who We Are:

Veson Nautical is a well-established and rapidly growing software company working to provide end-to-end logistical, operational, and analytical solutions to propel the efficiency and effectiveness of Maritime Commerce.
The Opportunity:

As a Senior Software Engineer at Veson Nautical, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of the maritime shipping industry by solving complex, real-world problems. You will take ownership of significant projects, driving them from design to rollout while leading and mentoring teams across various areas of the codebase. With our rapidly growing SaaS platform, you'll design, develop, and support software that powers maritime commerce, influencing solution design and quality throughout the entire development lifecycle.

Our Stack:

Our tech stack includes Python, Vue.js, and SQL databases, running in a hybrid cloud environment (GCP and AWS).
Skills/Experience Needed:

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer
• Experience in developing complex backend services using an object-oriented programming language (Python highly preferred)
• Solid understanding of SQL, with the ability to design and optimize queries, manage databases, and troubleshoot performance issues
• Experience with RESTful or GraphQL API architecture
• Hands-on experience with Agile development methodologies

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with AWS or GCP technologies and related services
• Experience creating and contributing to architecture design and documentation
• Experience with Docker for containerization

More about Veson:

We are a team of multi-cultural, multi-disciplined professionals that are dedicated to making our clients successful and charting a new, innovative course for the commercial marine industry.

Veson Nautical employs a staff of extremely capable creators and innovators all focused on meeting the goals of our clients. We invest extensively in employee development and experience to maintain focus and enthusiasm. The Veson Nautical team is made up of a dynamic blend of engineers, artists, sailors, teachers, brokers, bankers, traders, consultants, and customer service experts.

Veson Nautical is a successful, rapidly growing global software company. Our clients are the world's leading commercial maritime owners, operators and commodity trading companies.

Veson's solutions enable our clients to identify new opportunities and proactively manage their business to make more profitable decisions. With offices in Singapore, Tokyo, London, Stoke-On-Trent, Houston and headquarters in Boston, USA, Veson Nautical is a dynamic organization with a committed team of professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of client satisfaction, Veson Nautical brings decades of experience, technical knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment to clients around the world. The combination of exceptional market growth and leading market position make this a superb opportunity for the right candidate.

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