Python Developer

Jbb Title: Python Developer
Location: UK (Hybrid/Office-based)

Introduction to the Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to join a Data & Analytics team, playing a critical role in delivering new projects within a fast-moving and competitive commercial environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply and further develop their coding skills while gaining exposure to technology, marketing, and strategic initiatives in a collaborative, innovative, and dynamic setting.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, established organisation with an international footprint. The role offers strong professional development prospects as part of a growing team within a well-resourced and forward-thinking business.

Core Responsibilities

• Work closely with analysts to maintain existing projects and develop new solutions

• Monitor systems and proactively resolve technical issues

• Review and improve the stability, scalability, and performance of current and future projects

• Identify opportunities for improvement and growth driven by new technologies and business needs

• Write production-quality code with appropriate testing, error handling, and resilience

• Leverage modern AI/ML technologies to build innovative and effective tools

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven professional experience developing in Python

• Experience with at least one web framework (e.g. Flask, FastAPI, Django)

• Strong data manipulation skills using libraries such as Pandas and NumPy

• Knowledge of database design principles and best practices

• Experience delivering a greenfield project through the full software development lifecycle

Skills

• Organised and thoughtful approach to problem-solving and project delivery

• Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines independently

• High-quality coding skills and comfort working in a fast-paced environment

• Confidence taking ownership of projects and technical decisions

• Comfortable working on macOS and Linux (including virtualised environments)

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams

Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website.

Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

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