Python Developer

Digisourced.
Nottingham, UK
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
£78,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Amazon S3 Cloud Computing Cloud Engineering Continuous Integration Django Web Framework Amazon DynamoDB Github Python (Programming Language) Pair Programming AWS Cdk
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Test-Driven Development (TDD) Flask (Web Framework) Delivery Pipeline State Machines AWS AppSync Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Gitlab Fastapi Amazon Relational Database Service Performance Monitor Graphql Api Design Cloudwatch Restful APIs Terraform

Job description

Partner: Digisourced (DCG IT Ltd) - acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Locations: Nottingham or London (Hybrid)

Rate: £300 per day (Subject to experience)

Engagement: Umbrella only (via FCSA/Professional Passport accredited providers)

The Assignment

  • We are representing a premier technology firm seeking a seasoned Python Engineer for a long-term project. This isn’t just a scripting role; you will be instrumental in designing, scaling, and securing cloud-native applications that power core enterprise services.
  • You will join an agile squad tasked with shipping production-ready Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and high-performance back-end systems from day one.

Core Responsibilities

  • Engineer: Build and refine scalable back-end services using Python (3.10+) and FastAPI/Flask.
  • Architect: Provision and manage AWS resources (Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, VPC) using Terraform or AWS CDK.
  • Streamline: Own and optimize CI/CD deployment pipelines to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Optimize: Monitor performance via CloudWatch and manage cloud cost-efficiency.
  • Collaborate: Drive quality through TDD and Pair Programming within an Agile framework.

Technical Requirements

  • Languages/Frameworks: Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask).
  • AWS Ecosystem: Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, VPC, Step Functions.
  • API Design: RESTful, GraphQL, AppSync.
  • IaC: Terraform or AWS CDK.
  • CI/CD: GitLab Cloud, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline.

Experience & Qualifications

To meet the technical complexity and negotiated rate for this assignment, we are looking for engineers who can demonstrate:

  • Advanced Proficiency: Deep integration of AWS Cloud services with Python.
  • Methodology: A strong background in Agile best practices and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
  • Proven Track Record: Typically, 5+ years of professional cloud engineering experience is required to hit the ground running.

Compliance & Assignment Details

  • Role Type: Contract / Temporary Assignment.
  • Duration: 4 Months (Initial) + potential extensions.
  • Transparency (KID): In accordance with the relevant regulations, a Key Information Document (KID) will be provided to all candidates prior to engagement. This ensures full transparency regarding pay rates, statutory deductions, and net take-home estimates.
  • Location Flexibility: While the hub is in Nottingham (requiring 2 days onsite), we welcome London-based applicants who can accommodate occasional travel to the Nottingham site.

Requirements

To meet the technical complexity and negotiated rate for this assignment, we are looking for engineers who can demonstrate:

  • Advanced Proficiency: Deep integration of AWS Cloud services with Python.
  • Methodology: A strong background in Agile best practices and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
  • Proven Track Record: Typically, 5+ years of professional cloud engineering experience is required to hit the ground running.

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