Python Architect
Posted 2 days ago by Queen Square Recruitment
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Bradford, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Python Backend Architect role in Bradford involves leading the design and development of secure, scalable backend systems using Python. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a focus on architectural excellence within agile environments. The successful candidate will set coding standards, mentor developers, and ensure systems remain up-to-date with emerging technologies. This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week onsite work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect scalable, secure backend solutions using Python.
- Define development best practices and coding standards.
- Lead code reviews and mentor developers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product and Business.
- Guide framework/tool/platform selection.
- Ensure performance, reliability, and security.
- Participate in planning, estimation, and risk management.
Key Skills:
- 10+ years in software development, 6+ years with Python.
- Expertise in Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- Strong knowledge of microservices and REST APIs.
- Skilled in SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Proficient with Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD tools.
- Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and clean code.
- Async programming (e.g., asyncio, Celery).
- Experience with RabbitMQ, Kafka, GraphQL, gRPC, or WebSockets.
- Background in AI/ML or data-intensive systems.
- Cloud/architecture certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bradford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Python Backend Architect
Location: Bradford
Working Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Day Rate: Competitive DOE
Inside IR35
We’re seeking an experienced Python Backend Architect to lead the design and development of secure, scalable backend systems. The role involves setting coding standards, guiding development teams, and ensuring architectural excellence across agile environments. You'll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while keeping systems up-to-date with emerging technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect scalable, secure backend solutions using Python.
- Define development best practices and coding standards.
- Lead code reviews and mentor developers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product and Business.
- Guide framework/tool/platform selection.
- Ensure performance, reliability, and security.
- Participate in planning, estimation, and risk management.
Essential Skills:
- 10+ years in software development, 6+ years with Python.
- Expertise in Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- Strong knowledge of microservices and REST APIs.
- Skilled in SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Proficient with Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD tools.
- Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and clean code.
- Async programming (e.g., asyncio, Celery).
- Experience with RabbitMQ, Kafka, GraphQL, gRPC, or WebSockets.
- Background in AI/ML or data-intensive systems.
- Cloud/architecture certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF).
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with data analysis libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn.
- Knowledge of data science and machine learning concepts and tools.
If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly and we will be in touch to discuss your application further. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on all applications so if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.