Backend Engineer - Python

Primis; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech startup is seeking a Senior Consultant to revolutionize backend systems using Python and cutting-edge technologies. You'll design and implement robust APIs, contributing to AI-assisted development while ensuring high technical standards. Ideal candidates possess expertise in Python, SQL, and have experience leading projects end-to-end. Join a fast-paced environment and make a significant impact in the technology sector.

Qualifications

• Expert in Python with experience in backend development.
• Experience building and leading projects end-to-end in a startup environment.
• Familiar with designing and implementing robust APIs.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve backend features using Python.
• Design and implement robust APIs and data workflows.
• Build production-ready services from automation-generated code.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers.

Skills

Python

SQL

PostgreSQL

API Development

C++

Job description

Senior Consultant at Primis Talent – Consulting, Strategy and Transformation across the UK

We're working with a rapidly growing Series A startup backed by top-tier VCs who are seeking highly skilled Software Engineer with deep expertise in backend development.

This company is revolutionising how software is built and deployed and is at the forefront of AI-powered automation - they're creating innovative solutions that fundamentally change the development process.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll be at the intersection of traditional engineering excellence and cutting‑edge AI‑assisted development. You'll build production‑ready systems, working with automation‑generated code and evolving it into robust, scalable solutions.

This organisation is continuing to evolve, and they need someone who can thrive in a fast‑paced start up environment while maintaining high technical standards.

What You'll Do:

• Own and evolve backend features using Python
• Design and implement robust APIs and data workflows
• Build production‑ready services from automation‑generated code
• Create seamless integrations with external systems (APIs)
• Contribute the to direction and design of the product
• Collaborate with a cross‑functional team of engineers and AI experts
• Adapt and extend auto‑generated pipelines and front‑end outputs

About You:

• You will be an expert in your field – we are looking for software engineers with an expertise in Python, SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience building APIs or distributed systems.
• Bonus points for C++.
• Experience leading on projects end‑to‑end with full ownership and autonomy.

If you would like to find out more information, please apply!

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Technology, Information and Media

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