Python Engineer (Hybrid in London)

Location: London/ Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent

Job Summary

My client are looking for a skilled and experienced Python Developer with a strong background in Django, SQL/PostgreSQL, and hands-on experience in the FinTech industry. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining robust backend systems that support financial services and products. You should be able to write clean, scalable, and secure code and be comfortable working in a fastpaced, highly collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and Django

• Build and optimise backend services, APIs, and database schemas for performance and scalability
• Work closely with product, design, and DevOps teams to deliver new features and improve existing systems
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code
• Manage and optimise SQL/PostgreSQL queries, data models, and migrations
• Ensure high standards of data security, compliance, and performance in financial applications
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions

• 4+ years of professional experience in Python development
• Strong expertise in Django framework
• Solid experience with SQL and/or PostgreSQL, including performance tuning and complex queries
• Prior experience in the FinTech industry is required
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and integration
• Understanding of data privacy, security standards, and regulatory compliance relevant to FinTech
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerisation tools
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)