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# Lead Python/Django Developer - Central Government

- **Company:** Access Computer Consulting plc
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £156,000.0 - £195,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language)
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-13FD88260F59F02FB9/

## About the Role

I am recruiting for a number of Lead Python/Django Developers to be based 2 days in either London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff or the North East.

The role falls inside IR35 so you will be required to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the contract.

Candidates must have recently worked on a project within Central Government.

The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. You must have worked in a lead role.

You must have strong Python and Django experience.

Proven system design capability (end-to-end) and experience of working in agile, multidisciplinary teams. System design and architecture capability is essential for this role.

You will be Back End-focused with full-stack awareness and been involved with multiple user journeys.

Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to contribute to secure, structured environments.



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