Python Software Engineer

Python Software Engineer

Posted 1 week ago by Henderson Scott

£640 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK

Summary: The role is for a Contract Backend Developer specializing in Python and Go, requiring active SC Clearance. The position focuses on secure infrastructure automation and is primarily remote, with occasional in-office days in London. The contract duration is six months, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop backend solutions using Python and Go for infrastructure automation.
  • Integrate with AWS services and enterprise tools.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and maintain code quality.
  • Collaborate with teams using JIRA/Confluence and Kubernetes.

Key Skills:

  • Python & Go Back End development (APIs, microservices, automation tools)
  • AWS SDKs (boto3, aws-SDK-go-v2) - EC2, S3, IAM, Lambda, CloudWatch
  • LDAP, HashiCorp Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes integration
  • CI/CD pipelines, Git, testing frameworks (pytest, unittest, testify, gomock)
  • Code quality tools: flake8, black, mypy, golangci-lint
  • Proven experience in Back End development and cloud automation
  • Strong integration skills with enterprise tools and services
  • Must hold active SC Clearance

Salary (Rate): £640 daily

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Contract Backend Developer - Python/Go - SC Cleared - Remote - 6 months

Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35)
Location: Remote/Hybrid (UK-based only) - 1-2 days per month in London
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Duration: 6 months (possible extension)

A leading consultancy is seeking a Backend Developer with strong experience in Python and Go for a secure infrastructure automation project.

Key Skills:

  • Python & Go Back End development (APIs, microservices, automation tools)
  • AWS SDKs (boto3, aws-SDK-go-v2) - EC2, S3, IAM, Lambda, CloudWatch
  • LDAP, HashiCorp Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes integration
  • CI/CD pipelines, Git, testing frameworks (pytest, unittest, testify, gomock)
  • Code quality tools: flake8, black, mypy, golangci-lint

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in Back End development and cloud automation
  • Strong integration skills with enterprise tools and services
  • Must hold active SC Clearance

Apply now for immediate consideration.