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# Senior Developer (Golang/Python)

- **Company:** Sky UK
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Data Systems, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Software Engineering, Backend, No-code Tools, Low-code, Api Design, Restful APIs, Golang
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/senior-developer-golang-python-islington-london/2809439901-2/

## About the Role

* Strong experience in software engineering within cloud or platform environments, ideally with exposure to IaC, observability and automation tooling
 * Proficiency with Golang and/or Python, alongside experience building APIs, backend services and distributed systems
 * Solid understanding of data technologies such as MongoDB or Postgres, including schema design, optimisation and operational considerations
 * Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, integration patterns and modern automation approaches (including low-code/no-code tools)
 * Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation and architectural artefacts, supporting knowledge-sharing and change management
 * A track record of solving complex engineering challenges, introducing innovative ideas and influencing technical direction within a team or platform

## Description

* Design, build and maintain full-stack software solutions using Golang and Python, spanning services, APIs and automation components
 * Contribute to the architecture and evolution of Sky's AI Operations platform, shaping intelligent automation and large-scale operational workflows
 * Develop and operate cloud-native systems on AWS, including automated testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines and environment validation
 * Build reliable alerting, correlation and automation capabilities that support high-scale streaming and live service environments
 * Produce high-quality technical documentation, covering design decisions, configuration, deployment processes and operational runbooks
 * Collaborate closely with engineers, product teams and operational stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable and observable systems
 * Troubleshoot complex distributed systems, identifying root causes and driving continuous improvement across the platform
 * Mentor engineers through code reviews, design discussions and technical guidance, supporting a culture of engineering excellence


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