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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - Python WITH RUST OR JAVA - **Company:** Gravitas Recruitment Group Ltd - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £156,000.0 - £169,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Distributed Systems, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Ruby on Rails, Redis, Ruby, Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Workflow Management Systems, Openapi, Data Logging, Database Optimization, Fastapi, Maintaining Code, Graphql, Restful APIs, Network Server, Microservices - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-CE8566773A48624972/ ## About the Role Senior Software Engineer - Rust & Python - any Ruby OR Java a bonus. 100% remote. £600-£650/day OUTSIDE IR35. 12 MONTH CONTRACT We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to help build and evolve Back End services. You will also play a key role in modernising our engineering ecosystem by helping decommission Legacy Rails components, migrating data models into modern services, and establishing new sources of truth across CLIENTS platform. KEY SKILLS ARE RUST, PYTHON & ANY RUBY, JAVA & API's A BONUS! This is a hands-on engineering role requiring deep expertise with Rust & Python and have experience to build high-performance, scalable Back End systems. YOU MUST BE AN EXPERT IN RUST & PYTHON. Any API's (REST OR GRAPHGL) & Ruby On Rails OR JAVA a big bonus but not essential., * Strong commercial RUST OR Python development experience, ideally using Django or FastAPI. * Demonstrated ability to work across multiple languages and quickly become productive in unfamiliar codebases. * Experience designing and building scalable Back End services and distributed systems. * Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and GraphQL. * Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, and database optimisation. * Experience using AI-assisted development tools and coding agents to improve engineering productivity while maintaining code quality. * Experience designing and implementing Model Context Protocol (MCP) Servers and integrations. * Experience decomposing monolithic applications into service-oriented or microservice architectures. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and modern software engineering practices. * Strong understanding of testing, observability, performance optimisation, and production monitoring STRONG COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS A MUST. ROLE IS 100% REMOTE FOR 12 MONTHS PAYING £600-£650/DAY OUTSIDE IR35. ## Description * Build and enhance Back End services that reduce operational costs through automation and process optimisation. * Develop scalable Rust & Python-based services and APIs that support candidate acquisition, onboarding, and compliance workflows. * Design, build, and maintain distributed systems using Python, with significant contributions in Java or Rust where appropriate. * Drive technical requirements and take ownership of complex engineering initiatives from design through delivery. * Lead the migration of Legacy Ruby on Rails functionality into modern service-oriented architectures. * Design simple, maintainable, scalable systems following engineering best practices. * Produce clean, well-tested, maintainable code and participate in code reviews to maintain high engineering standards. * Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, GraphQL services, and integrations with third-party platforms. * Produce architecture documentation, API specifications, and deployment documentation. * Implement monitoring, logging, and observability to improve platform reliability and performance. * Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions. ## Related Videos - [Rust Beyond Systems: Revolutionizing Web Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1111-rust-beyond-systems-revolutionizing-web-development) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Get ready to Rustle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/698-get-ready-to-rustle) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)