Python Backend Developer (Fully remote Part-time Contract)
Posted Today by IO Associates
£300 Per day
Outside
Remote
England, UK
Summary: The role of Senior Python Backend Developer is a part-time position focused on delivering a platform transition project. The developer will work remotely and is expected to have extensive experience in Python and modern software engineering practices. Candidates must be nationals of NATO member countries and will have a billable allowance of 30 days over the contract period. The contract runs from June 2026 until 7th August 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the transition of a platform through delivery-focused development.
- Utilize Python for backend software development, ensuring high-quality code.
- Break down monolithic applications and manage legacy codebases.
- Implement modern DevOps practices using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Design APIs and ensure secure coding practices are followed.
Key Skills:
- Python Expertise: At least 5 years of professional Back End software development experience, with Python as your primary focus.
- Monolith-to-Microservices Experience: Proven, practical experience breaking down monolithic applications and handling Legacy codebases.
- Modern DevOps Exposure: Strong familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid Engineering Fundamentals: Deep understanding of API design, secure coding practices, integration patterns, and database design.
Salary (Rate): £300 per day
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Role: Senior Python Backend Developer (Part-time)
Rate: £300 p/d Outside IR35
Duration: June 2026 until 7th August 2026
Workload: 30 days billable allowance (To be allocated across the contract period
Location: 100% Fully Remote (Cloud-based collaboration platform)
Eligibility: Candidates MUST be a national of a NATO member country.
This is a delivery-focused project supporting a platform transition.
Key Skills:
- Python Expertise: At least 5 years of professional Back End software development experience, with Python as your primary focus.
- Monolith-to-Microservices Experience: Proven, practical experience breaking down monolithic applications and handling Legacy codebases.
- Modern DevOps Exposure: Strong familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid Engineering Fundamentals: Deep understanding of API design, secure coding practices, integration patterns, and database design.
