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Senior Python Backend Engineer

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Role: Senior Python Backend Engineer (Generative AI)
Location: London, UK (Onsite)
Contract Type: 6-Month Contract
Day Rate: £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35)

About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Python Backend Engineer with a strong background in cloud-native application development and hands-on experience building and integrating Generative AI solutions. You’ll work as part of a high-performing engineering team developing advanced, scalable applications for enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs.

  • Integrate Generative AI models and agentic AI solutions into production-grade applications.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (data science, DevOps, product) to deliver high-quality features.

  • Implement microservice architectures, ensuring scalability and resilience.

  • Ensure secure, compliant, and well-documented software delivery.

  • Participate in agile ceremonies and mentor junior team members when needed.

  • Optimize code for performance, cost-efficiency, and maintainability.

    Required Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of backend or full-stack software development experience.

  • Expert-level proficiency in Python and related frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, Django).

  • Proven experience designing cloud-native applications (Azure preferred).

  • Experience integrating machine learning or GenAI components into production systems.

  • Strong background in API design, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and modern cloud services (Azure WebApps, Functions, Cosmos DB, etc.).

  • Solid understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases and observability tools (Azure App Insights, Prometheus, etc.).

    Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of MLOps principles and model deployment best practices.

  • Scripting experience (Bash, PowerShell).

  • Strong communication and documentation skills

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