Technical Lead – Python/Django

Scrumconnect Consulting; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting, a leading digital transformation consultancy in the UK, is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support the design and development of reporting dashboards and analytics for CAF and risk reporting tools within a major digital transformation programme.

The role requires strong Python and Django expertise, hands-on GOV.UK Frontend experience, and a solid background in secure, scalable backend systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python and Django frameworks.
• Hands-on GOV.UK Frontend and accessibility standards.
• Strong knowledge of OIDC and OAuth 2.0 authentication mechanisms.
• Experience with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in Docker and containerized deployments.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL database design and optimization.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologies.
• Good understanding of application security and performance optimization.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications using Python and Django.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the development team.
• Architect secure backend systems and APIs.
• Implement authentication and authorization using OIDC/OAuth.
• Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces using GOV.UK Frontend standards.
• Collaborate with Product, DevOps, QA, and Architecture teams.
• Ensure code quality through reviews, best practices, and automated testing.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and queries.
• Participate in solution design, estimation, and technical planning activities.
• Drive CI/CD adoption and engineering best practices.

Skills

Python

Django

GOV.UK Frontend

OIDC/OAuth

RESTful API

Docker

PostgreSQL

Git

CI/CD

Agile

Application security

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT or related field

Tools

GOV.UK Frontend

Docker

PostgreSQL

Git

Kubernetes

Job description

Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering innovative solutions across the UK public sector. We specialise in Agile delivery, digital services, cloud transformation, data, and user-centred design, helping organisations build scalable and impactful digital products and platforms.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Data Analyst to support the design and development of reporting dashboards and analytics for CAF and risk reporting tools within a major digital transformation programme.

Job Summar

yWe are looking for a highly skilled Technical Lead with strong expertise in Python, Django, and modern web application architecture. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading development teams, designing scalable Back End systems, and driving end-to-end technical delivery for enterprise-grade applications

.The candidate should have hands-on experience with GOV.UK Frontend, authentication and authorization frameworks such as OIDC/OAuth, containerization technologies, and relational databases like PostgreSQL

Key Responsibiliti

• esLead the design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications using Python and Djang
• o.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development team
• s.Architect secure and high-performing Back End systems and API
• s.Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms using OIDC/OAut
• h.Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces using GOV.UK Frontend standards and component
• s.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, DevOps, QA, and Architecture team
• s.Ensure code quality through reviews, best practices, and automated testin
• g.Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and querie
• r.Participate in solution design, estimation, and technical planning activitie
• s.Drive CI/CD adoption and engineering best practice

Required Ski

• llsStrong experience in Python and Django framewo
• rk.Hands-on experience with GOV.UK Frontend framework and accessibility standar
• ds.Strong understanding of OIDC and OAuth 2.0 authentication mechanis
• ms.Experience with RESTful API development and microservices architectu
• re.Proficiency in Docker and containerized application deployme
• nt.Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL database design and optimizati
• on.Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologi
• es.Good understanding of application security and performance optimizati
• on.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skil

Preferred Qualificat

• ionsExperience working in government/public sector digital transformation proje
• cts.Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or
• GCP.Familiarity with Kubernetes and infrastructure automation to
• ed).Strong communication and stakeholder management ski

Educ

ationBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related f

Why Jo

• in Us?Opportunity to work on impactful digital transformation pro
• grams.Collaborative and technology-driven work cu
• lture.Exposure to modern engineering practices and cloud-native technol
• ogies.Competitive compensation and growth opportun
• ities.Diversity & In
• clusionAt Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone is empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, respect, and collabo