Python Developer
On site
England, United Kingdom
£ 300 / day
Freelance
23-04-2025
Job Specifications
Rate: £300/day (Outside IR35) | Length: 5 months, until September | Location: London
& EU Remote | Tech Stack: Python, Java
We are seeking a highly skilled Python Developer to join a fast-paced consultancy environment delivering scalable and efficient software solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional contractor to work on a remote basis, with flexibility to be based out of either the UK or the EU. The contract runs until September and sits outside IR35, offering a day rate of £300.
In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain critical backend services and tools using Python and Java. You’ll play an integral part in translating business needs into robust technical solutions while ensuring high performance and responsiveness of applications. A strong understanding of modern software development practices, including test-driven development, version control, and continuous integration, is essential.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working on enterprise-level Python applications, coupled with exposure to Java in back-end systems and cloud-based architectures. You will be expected to work autonomously, manage your own workflow efficiently, and communicate effectively within remote teams spread across various locations. Experience within consultancy or client-facing environments would be highly beneficial, as would prior involvement with Agile methodologies.
Key requirements include:
Expert-level proficiency in Python with demonstrable experience building and maintaining scalable applications
Comfortable working with Java in production environments
Experience in developing APIs and integrating with third-party systems
Familiar with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Ability to work independently in a remote setting
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver clean, maintainable code
Highly communicative and collaborative within distributed teams
This is a contract position suited for someone who thrives in flexible, consultancy-driven projects and is passionate about delivering impactful software. If you are a results-oriented Python Developer looking for your next contracting opportunity, apply now to be part of an innovative, international team driving technological solutions forward.
About the Company
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