We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer to lead end-to-end feature development and architectural design. This role is built for a technical leader who prioritizes high-impact delivery over routine maintenance.

Tech Stack

Backend: Python, FastAPI, Ruby on Rails

Frontend: React.js, Next.js, React Native

Cloud: AWS, Terraform, Ansible, Docker

Logging & Monitoring: Splunk

Practices: Cross-functional squads, Agile, transitioning toward TDD

Experience

Strong experience in full-stack development (Python or Ruby on Rails + React/Next.js or React Native)

Prior experience liaising with product teams and business stakeholders

Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and automated testing

Ability to design and deliver complex features from scratch and communicate them to non-technical stakeholders

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

• Feature Ownership: Drive full-lifecycle development from initial design to production deployment.
• Architecture: Define and scale our modern, cloud-native stack.
• Product Alignment: Partner with Product Owners to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Mentorship: Maintain high engineering standards through code reviews and technical leadership.

Requirements

• Technical Excellence: Expert-level proficiency in cloud-native environments and scalable systems.
• Execution: Proven track record of shipping production-grade code at pace.
• Communication: Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration: A “team-first” approach to problem-solving and organizational growth.

The Impact

You will operate within a high-velocity engineering team where code ships fast and technical decisions directly influence business ROI. We value efficiency, autonomy, and rigorous engineering standards.

Hybrid Python Senior Software Engineer

Hybrid working post-training (3 days a week in office, 2 days at home)

Location Manchester

Salary - £50,000 to £65,000