Software Developer jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Cheltenham

We are looking to hire a skilled Software Developer to join our dynamic and innovative team. As a Software Developer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable software solutions using Python and related technologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy robust web applications, leveraging your expertise in Flask, MongoDB, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, RESTful services, Docker, AWS, Jenkins, and Git.

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based web applications using the Flask framework.
• Implement efficient data storage solutions using MongoDB.
• Create responsive and visually appealing user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap.
• Enhance user experience through dynamic client-side scripting with JavaScript.
• Develop and integrate RESTful services to support seamless communication between frontend and backend systems.
• Containerise applications using Docker for streamlined deployment and scalability.
• Deploy and manage applications on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Ensure code quality, performance, and security through rigorous testing and code reviews.
• Utilise version control systems, particularly Git, for managing the codebase and collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience (1.5 years) as a Python Developer, with a focus on web development.
• Proficiency in the Flask framework and MongoDB database design and management.
• Strong understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JavaScript.
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with containerisation technologies such as Docker.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins for automated deployments.
• Solid understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

• Occasional UK travel may be required to attend team or customer meetings, events, and training activities.
• Flexible working arrangements are available; however, there is value placed on teams being co‑located in offices. Applicants are encouraged to discuss what may be possible during the application stage.