(Software Developer - Python - SC - 12mths - hybrid - 6-650pday inside IR35)

Our client is seeking a senior software developer/Engineer - Full Stack Python for 12 months to work on a hybrid basis once or twice per week in either London or Manchester.

You will either hold current SC clearance or eligible for clearance

Experience required:

Significant experience in software engineering, including leading the development of production-level web services.

Strong coding ability in Python and at least one other modern language

Strong experience working with git as a version control system and effectively documenting development.

Experience of developing containerised applications and the capability to work with engineers to deploy applications in the cloud.

Ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders and explain complex technical concepts in a clear, accessible way

Experience leading delivery across multi-disciplinary teams

As a Senior Software Developer you will:

Work within a multi-disciplinary product team and lead the decisions on development and maintenance of a robust, scalable open data website (Front End and Back End) services and APIs

Provide strategic technical leadership by setting software architecture, engineering practices, and technical direction across the Team

Define and evolve scalable, secure design patterns and coding standards, ensuring alignment with GDS standards and cross-government platforms

Collaborate with teams to select technologies, shape roadmaps, and deliver resilient, maintainable digital services that meet programme goals

Represent the department at technical forums, open-source communities, and government working groups

Ensure delivery aligns with the Service Standard, Technology Code of Practice, and departmental governance processes

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