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# Senior Python Developer

- **Company:** Shrewsbury
- **Location:** Shrewsbury, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Relational Databases, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Azure Machine Learning, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Event Driven Architecture, Api Design, Restful APIs, Terraform, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** May 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/37608511/

## About the Role

Requirements5+ years of commercial Python development experienceStrong experience building APIs with FastAPIExperience with microservices architectureSolid understanding of SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQLExperience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Familiarity with Docker and KubernetesStrong understanding of software engineering best practicesExperience with testing frameworks and automated testingComfortable working in Agile environments
Nice to HaveExperience with event-driven systems or message queuesExposure to AI/ML platforms or data-intensive applicationsExperience with Terraform or Infrastructure as Code

## Description

ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using PythonBuild and optimise RESTful APIs using FastAPICollaborate with product, engineering, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutionsWrite clean, maintainable, and well-tested codeParticipate in architectural decisions and technical strategyImprove application performance, reliability, and scalabilityMentor junior developers and contribute to code reviewsWork within CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native environments


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