Python Developer - 6 months - Wokingham - Contract

Python Developer - 6 months - Wokingham - Contract

Posted 4 days ago by Hamilton Barnes

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£375 Per day
Undetermined
Onsite
Wokingham, UK
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Summary: The role of Python Developer involves developing scalable applications and RESTful APIs while leveraging strong algorithm development and optimisation skills. The position requires expertise in data-driven software engineering within a cloud-based environment. The developer will also engage in data manipulation and contribute to advanced analytical solutions. This is a contract position based in Wokingham for a duration of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, optimise, and maintain software using core Python features including OOP, data structures, iterators/generators, exception handling, type hints, and file handling.
  • Build scalable algorithms and write clean, maintainable, and well-structured Python code.
  • Design and develop RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, Django, and OpenAPI/Swagger.
  • Perform data manipulation and analysis using Pandas and NumPy.
  • Design, query, and maintain relational (eg PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (eg MongoDB).
  • Develop mathematical and optimisation models including LP and MILP using tools such as Pyomo, AMPL, Gurobi, or CPLEX.
  • Contribute to techno-economic modelling and analytical simulations using Python-based solutions.
  • Write unit tests using unittest or pytest and support TDD practices.
  • Collaborate using Git and modern version control workflows (eg Azure DevOps).
  • (Bonus) Support containerised deployments using Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
  • (Bonus) Work with messaging and streaming technologies including RabbitMQ or Kafka.

Key Skills:

  • 8+ years' experience as a Python Developer.
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming and optimisation/analytics libraries.
  • Proven experience with algorithm development and computational problem solving.
  • Hands-on experience with data analytics, databases, and API development.
  • Strong debugging, profiling, and performance optimisation skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
  • Experience with optimisation solvers such as Pyomo, AMPL, Gurobi, or CPLEX.
  • Working knowledge of containerisation and cloud-native development environments.

Salary (Rate): £375 per day

City: Wokingham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Python Developer - 6 months - Wokingham - Contract

We are seeking an experienced Python Developer with strong expertise in algorithm development, optimisation modelling, and data-driven software engineering. This role focuses on building scalable Python applications, developing RESTful APIs, and supporting advanced analytical and optimisation solutions within a cloud-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, optimise, and maintain software using core Python features including OOP, data structures, iterators/generators, exception handling, type hints, and file handling.
  • Build scalable algorithms and write clean, maintainable, and well-structured Python code.
  • Design and develop RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, Django, and OpenAPI/Swagger.
  • Perform data manipulation and analysis using Pandas and NumPy.
  • Design, query, and maintain relational (eg PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (eg MongoDB).
  • Develop mathematical and optimisation models including LP and MILP using tools such as Pyomo, AMPL, Gurobi, or CPLEX.
  • Contribute to techno-economic modelling and analytical simulations using Python-based solutions.
  • Write unit tests using unittest or pytest and support TDD practices.
  • Collaborate using Git and modern version control workflows (eg Azure DevOps).
  • (Bonus) Support containerised deployments using Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
  • (Bonus) Work with messaging and streaming technologies including RabbitMQ or Kafka

Skills and Experience Required:

  • 8+ years' experience as a Python Developer.
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming and optimisation/analytics libraries.
  • Proven experience with algorithm development and computational problem solving.
  • Hands-on experience with data analytics, databases, and API development.
  • Strong debugging, profiling, and performance optimisation skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
  • Experience with optimisation solvers such as Pyomo, AMPL, Gurobi, or CPLEX.
  • Working knowledge of containerisation and cloud-native development environments.

Contract Details:

  • Duration: 6 months
  • Rate: £340-£375 per day
  • Location: Wokingham (Onsite - 5 days per week)
  • Role Type: Contract
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