Senior Python Engineer

Senior Python EngineerLondon (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)Up to 80,000 + BenefitsAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Python Engineer to join our growing engineering team in London. You’ll play a key role in designing, building, and scaling high-performance applications that power critical business functions and customer experiences.This is an opportunity to work on challenging technical problems, influence architectural decisions, mentor developers, and help shape the future of our technology platform.What You’ll Be DoingDesigning, developing, and maintaining scalable Python applications and servicesBuilding robust APIs and microservices architecturesWriting clean, maintainable, and well-tested codeCollaborating closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Engineering teamsDriving best practices in software engineering, code quality, and performanceParticipating in architecture reviews and technical decision-makingIdentifying and implementing improvements to systems

processes, and toolingSupporting cloud-native deployments and infrastructure automationWhat We’re Looking ForEssentialProfessional Python development experienceStrong understanding of software design patterns and engineering principlesExperience with frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, or FlaskSolid knowledge of RESTful APIs and distributed systemsExperience working with relational and NoSQL databasesStrong testing experience (PyTest, unit, integration, and automated testing)Experience with Git and modern CI/CD pipelinesExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsDesirableExperience with AWS, Azure, or Google CloudDocker and Kubernetes experienceKnowledge of event-driven architectures and message queuesExposure to data engineering, machine learning, or AI platformsExperience leading technical projects or mentoring engineersWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and performance bonusFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsPrivate healthcarePension contributionLearning and development

budgetModern equipment and toolsClear progression opportunities into Lead and Principal Engineering rolesCooperative, inclusive, and high-performing engineering cultureRSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.