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# Affiliate Python / Django Tech Lead

- **Company:** Django REST framework
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £169,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), Autoscaling, Backend, Xero (Accounting Software)
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815605951-affiliate-python--django-tech-lead

## About the Role

skills gap.*Role:* **Python (Django) Tech Lead/Lead Dev*** Stabilise and optimise the backend to ensure the platform can handle rapid user growth (needs to be a hands-on coder).* Lead design and implementation of scalable cloud architecture (AWS-based).* Define and embed engineering best practices (CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, testing).* Lead 2 other developers as part of a tight-knit team.* Work closely with CEO/founder, AI Tech Lead and an ANDi Product Manager.*Key skills:** Python (Django framework)* Strong AWS / cloud infrastructure knowledge (including autoscaling, monitoring, and security).* Integration/API engineering (Xero or similar SaaS APIs)* Deep backend engineering expertise, with experience scaling SaaS products desirable.* Ability to operate hands-on, in a fast paced start-up environment.* Strong interpersonal skillsBenefits**Why join AND Digital?**We have three values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients, and our culture: what it
feels like to work for AND. We believe collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation by creating a better environment for problem-solving.**Equal Opportunities Statement**At AND Digital we embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are actively recruiting for a diverse and inclusive workforce so want to ensure we do everything we can to support your application.We want you to feel safe and empowered to let us know if you require any adjustments to be made to your application or interview process so please speak to our recruitment team.
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