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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer (Python) - **Company:** digiLab Solutions - **Location:** Exeter, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Architectural Patterns, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Command-Line Interface, Software Design Patterns, Linux, DevOps, Github, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, NumPy, Scrum Methodology, Reliability Engineering, SciPy, Software Engineering, Trusted Systems, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Pytorch, ReactJS, Deep Learning, Backend, Fastapi, Pandas, Containerization, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=39e74a8e805f7383 ## About the Role Do you have experience in UX?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Significant industry experience building production software * Deep Python expertise, with clean, logical, self-explanatory code * Proven experience building production APIs with FastAPI (or similar async Python frameworks) * Hands-on experience deploying AWS infrastructure as code (IaC) * Degree-level qualification in computer science or a related field * Experience with DevOps and MLOps * Solid grasp of software design patterns, SOLID and DRY principles, and architectural patterns * Confidence with Git/GitHub, Docker and containerisation, Linux, bash, and the command line * Command of the testing pyramid and automated testing types (unit, component, smoke, performance, load, end-to-end) * Familiarity with modern statistical ML and AI tooling, including NumPy, SciPy, and Pandas * A track record of collaborating in a fast-paced agile team, ideally using Scrum Nice to have * A Master's-level qualification in a STEM field * Frontend experience: HTML, CSS, React, JavaScript/TypeScript * An eye for UI/UX design principles * Experience with PyTorch or other deep-learning libraries * An understanding of Bayesian statistics, As an ambitious, rapidly-growing start-up, we're looking for proactive, adaptable people who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our standard working hours are 9.00-5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, though some flexibility outside these hours may be required to meet business needs. ## Description We're looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to help build the Uncertainty Engine - the platform at the heart of everything we do at digiLab. In this role, you'll design and build the scalable, secure systems that power trustworthy AI for customers tackling some of society's hardest problems. This is a hands-on technical role that combines deep backend expertise with a collaborative, product-minded approach. What you'll do * Lead the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software, owning solutions from architecture through to deployment * Build scalable systems using AWS, Python, MongoDB, and other modern technologies * Embed security best practices across the full software development lifecycle * Own and improve our CI/CD pipelines to keep deployments fast, reliable, and repeatable * Apply site reliability engineering principles to strengthen system performance and resilience * Partner with product management to translate business requirements into elegant technical solutions * Design clean, consistent RESTful APIs * Provide technical support and lead incident investigations * Champion Scrum and drive continuous improvement in how the team works * Foster a collaborative, learning-oriented environment where engineers grow * In addition to backend work, you may also be required to support tasks on the frontend - we value engineers who enjoy working across the stack * Adopt AI tools to assist and accelerate your work Duties may evolve, and you may be asked to take on other reasonable responsibilities within your competence as we grow., * Trust & Responsibility: Supporting each other in taking calculated risks for bold innovation. * Open & Honest Collaboration: Ensuring transparent communication and alignment. * High-Performance Standards: Continuously challenging ourselves to excel in delivery. * Value-Driven Work: Regularly assessing our contributions toward company goals. ## Related Videos - [Python Data Visualization @ Deepnote (w/ PyViz overview)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/113-python-data-visualization-deepnote-w-pyviz-overview) - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Vectorize all the things! 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