Role: Python Developer - Team Lead

Location: Remote

Salary: 55,000 - 62,000

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Car scheme
• Cycle scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Mental health first aid
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Trav

Role:

As the Senior Python Developer - Team Lead, you’ll play a key role in taking products from their design stages through to fully implemented, production-ready systems. You’ll collaborate closely with product designers, learning technologists, and architects to translate concepts into robust, scalable, cloud-native solutions. This is a hands-on leadership position - you’ll write code, set standards, and mentor a skilled team, all while ensuring that our development practices and infrastructure align with the highest levels of quality and reliability. Your deep experience with AWS and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) will be essential in building and maintaining our next generation of learning products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head of Engineering, Product owners and Stakeholders to shape technical solutions that bring product designs to life.
• Lead the Agile Sprint cycle with accountability, fostering collaboration among key stakeholders to drive alignment and ensure seamless execution.
• Build and maintain high-quality, scalable Python applications that form the backbone of our learning ecosystem.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of developers, encouraging technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Establish and enforce best practices in software development, testing, and delivery.
• Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based systems in AWS using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or CDK.
• Ensuring infrastructure is secure, automated, and aligned with DevOps principles.
• Work cross-functionally with other teams to ensure development aligns with business goals.
• Stay current with new technologies and contribute ideas for innovation and technical growth.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential Technical Skills

• 6+ years of professional experience in Python development, including at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Proven experience deploying and managing applications in AWS.
• Strong understanding of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or CDK.
• Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and version control (Git).
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
• Demonstrated experience leading development teams and fostering collaboration.
• Extensive experience operating within Agile environments, with a strong track record of managing sprint deliverables to ensure timely and high-quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with designers, product managers, and technical peers.

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JD: The role requires an experienced systems engineer with strong technical leadership and collaboration skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in cloud platform management, infrastructure delivery pipelines (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP, scripting in Bash, PowerShell, Python, Terraform, etc.).

In this role you will: Act as a Technical SME, designing and developing innovative automated solutions to complex problems utilising the cloud environments. Design and support custom-built applications Azure environment, ensuring secure, reliable and high-performing deployments. Build and manage Azure Infrastructure, including Virtual Machines, VM images, Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, private endpoints and Azure Storage. Develop and deploy Python functions within an Azure Functions App. Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform. Support CI/CD practices through deployment automation and version-controlled infrastructure in Azure DevOps. Integrate monitoring, logging and diagnostics for custom applications using Azure Monitor, Application Insights and Log Analytics. Integrate with AI-related Azure services such as OpenAI and contribute to integrations strategies involving LLMs. Ensure that custom-built applications are built and maintained inline with client standards, governance and controls, ensuring compliance with SLDC & DEPL controls, AI Governance and legal & regulatory requirements. Support and extend an existing architecture in close partnership with the principal architect and core development team. Produce well-documented, maintainable infrastructure configurations and effectively communicating implementation details with engineers and stakeholders. Work within evolving technical landscape and contribute to the refinement and evolution of architecture and infrastructure decisions. Utilise strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues, troubleshoot deployment challenges, and propose scalable and secure solutions. Promote a self-critical and continuous assessment and improvement culture whereby identification of weaknesses in the banks control plane (people, process and technology) are brought to light and addressed in an effective and timely manner. Support engagement of Global Businesses and Functions to drive a global up-lift in cyber-security awareness and help to evangelise Cybersecurity efforts and success.

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: Experience within an enterprise scale organisation including hands-on experience of complex data centre environments, working within a similar role ie DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Security Engineer is mandatory. Expert level knowledge of one of more leading Cloud platforms including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform and Alibaba Cloud. Expert level knowledge and proven experience managing Azure App Services, Azure Virtual Machines, and Azure Storage solutions. Hands on experience in one or more programming or scripting language (e.g Python, PowerShell, Bash, Terraform). Experience and demonstrated experience of building and maintaining CI/CD Pipelines to support efficient software delivery.

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Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices.
Salary up to £65k plus company benefits.

About Us

Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years’ experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high-quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers.

At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close-knit, supportive culture ensures you’re valued from day one. Whether working with cutting-edge technology or shaping strategy for national-scale projects, you’ll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow.

We nurture learning through communities of practice and encourage creativity, autonomy, and innovation. If you’re passionate about solving meaningful problems with smart and passionate people, Triad could be the place for you.

Glassdoor score of 4.7

96% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend

100% CEO approval

See for yourself some of the work that makes us all so proud:

Helping law enforcement with secure intelligence systems that keep the UK safe

Supporting the UK’s national meteorological service in leveraging supercomputers for next-level weather forecasting

Assisting a UK government department responsible for consumer product safety with systems to track unsafe products

Powering systems that help the government monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transport

Role Summary

Triad is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality data solutions across a range of client assignments, primarily within the UK public sector. You will design, build, and optimise cloud-based data platforms, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to understand data requirements and deliver scalable, reliable, and secure data pipelines. This role offers the opportunity to shape data architecture, influence technical decisions, and contribute to meaningful, data-driven outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data into cloud-based data platforms, primarily AWS.

Create and manage data models that support efficient storage, retrieval, and analysis of data.

Utilise AWS services such as S3, EC2, Glue, Aurora, Redshift, DynamoDB and Lambda to architect and maintain cloud data solutions.

Maintain modular Terraform based IaC for reliable provisioning of AWS infrastructure.

Develop, optimise and maintain robust data pipelines using Apache Airflow.

Implement data transformation processes using Python to clean, preprocess, and enrich data for analytical use.

Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, developers, and other stakeholders to understand and integrate data requirements.

Monitor, optimise, and tune data pipelines to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.

Identify data quality issues and implement data validation and cleansing processes.

Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation covering data pipelines, models, and best practices.

Work within a continuous integration environment with automated builds, deployments, and testing.

Skills and Experience

• Strong experience designing and building data pipelines on cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Excellent proficiency in developing ETL processes and data transformation workflows.
• Strong SQL skills (postgresql) and advanced Python coding capability (essential).
• Experience working with AWS services such as S3, EC2, Glue, Aurora, Redshift, DynamoDB and Lambda (essential).
• Understanding of Terraform codebases to create and manage AWS infrastructure.
• Experience developing, optimising, and maintaining data pipelines using Apache Airflow.
• Familiarity with distributed data processing systems such as Spark or Databricks.
• Experience working with high-performing, low-latency, or large-volume data systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional, agile, delivery-focused teams.
• Experience defining data models, metadata, and data dictionaries to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Qualifications & Certifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline (desirable).
• Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To be eligible, you must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and have the right to work in the UK.

Triad’s Commitment to You

As a growing and ambitious company, Triad prioritises your development and well-being:

• Continuous Training & Development: Access to top-rated Udemy Business courses.
• Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discriminatioBenefits:
  • 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • Matched pension contributions (5%).
  • Private healthcare with Bupa.
  • Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.
  • Perkbox membership.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.

What Our Colleagues Have to Say

Please see for yourself on Glassdoor and our “Day in the Life” videos at the bottom of our Careers Page.

Our Selection Process

After applying for the role, our in-house talent team will contact you to discuss Triad and the position. If shortlisted, you will be invited for:

1. A technical test including numerical, logical and verbal reasoning
2. A technical interview with our consultants
3. A management interview to assess cultural fit

We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to offer stage within 2-3 weeks of the initial conversation.

Other Information

If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please contact Ryan Jordanand submit your application now.

Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. Triad is a signatory to the Tech Talent Charter and a Disability Confident Leader.

The Opportunity: You’ll join an experienced, collaborative consultancy team delivering greenfield, enterprise-scale digital services for high-profile public and private sector clients. This opportunity is ideal for a practical, adaptable Geospatial Full Stack Engineer who enjoys working across disciplines and solving complex problems and challenges that will have a real-world impact. Collaboration sits at the heart of how our client operates, so you’ll be partnering closely with colleagues across Software Engineering, User-Centred Design, Delivery Management, Data Science and Live Services to deliver outcomes that genuinely make a difference in today’s society. As a consultancy, they are technology-agnostic by design, focusing on choosing the right tools for each problem, rather than forcing one stack everywhere. Their teams regularly work with .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS and Azure, giving you genuine scope to broaden your skills and develop your career across a range of languages and platforms. Many of their projects also involve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and open-source geospatial technologies, helping clients unlock the value of location-based data through mapping, spatial analysis and data-driven decision making. Skills and Experience: Essential \* 3+ years’ experience in a Full Stack Engineering role \* Strong development skills in .NET, Java or Python, alongside modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries \* Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD) \* Solid understanding of architectural and design patterns, including microservices and serverless \* Hands-on experience designing and delivering solutions on AWS or Azure \* Experience working with GIS systems or geospatial data, and familiarity with tools such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS, etc. \* A collaborative mindset and experience working in multi-disciplinary teams Desirable \* Experience working in a consultancy environment \* Exposure to public sector projects \* Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Terraform) \* Awareness of the Digital Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice, particularly in geospatial or public sector contexts Role and Responsibilities: This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys the pace, responsibility and collaboration of consultancy. You will be involved with the following types of activity: \* Design and deliver high-quality solutions: building, enhancing and maintaining software, infrastructure and deployment pipelines that are robust, secure and scalable. Projects may include solutions involving geospatial data, GIS platforms and open-source mapping tools. \* Work collaboratively across disciplines: partnering with Senior and Lead Engineers, Delivery Managers, Designers and Data Scientists to shape solutions, contribute to technical documentation and deliver against agreed plans. \* Apply standards and best practice: follow established engineering approaches, contribute accurate technical estimates and proactively identify and escalate risks or issues. \* Communicate clearly and build relationships: present ideas, prototypes and progress updates to stakeholders, while building strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and partner organisations. Applications: Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?

Senior DevOps Engineer / Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Fully Remote working for candidates based in the UK Salary to £90k + Benefits

We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer that has strong C# code knowledge combined with strong knowledge of DevOps tools like Kubernetes (EKS or AKS) and Azure or AWS Cloud platforms. We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with a strong understanding of C# code combined with experience of monitoring tools like DataDog, Grafana and Prometheus to join a growing global Cloud Infrastructure team supporting SaaS products.

Our client are a Global Digital SaaS Software Company have a fantastic fully remote opportunity for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to join their UK Cloud Infrastructure team.

Site Reliability Engineers at this company are responsible for keeping the SaaS products running properly. Using concepts of software and systems engineering, they work to improve the reliability of all cloud systems while keeping levels of manual work low. DevOps are expected to be experienced in software engineering principals, operational discipline, and automation.

The Cloud and DevOps team work on a fully remote basis and work in conjunction with their US and Australian teams as well. This company are a market leader in Student community management software, this company s unique SaaS platform is an essential platform in the life of millions of University students across the globe.

In this role, you will apply your Software Engineering experience to enhance system performance and reliability, as well as building internal systems and capabilities that eliminate manual work through automation. You’ll be joining our Platforms teams with globally-dispersed Site Reliability and Platform Engineers in a “follow the sun” model to operate our products on a multi-region cloud platform.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the team through knowledge sharing sessions, pair programming, code reviews and solution design
• Identify and implement technical solutions to improve platform reliability, including the creation of mitigation strategies and operational playbooks.
• Implement and maintain monitoring/alerting/logging systems to identify and respond to incidents
• Ensure scalability and efficiency of cloud infrastructure and systems to handle traffic and data growth
• Conduct performance tests to identify and remediate bottlenecks
• Develop and maintain platform solutions, automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management tasks using Infrastructure as Code.
• Monitor, review and tune databases to ensure high availability and performance
• Collaborate with product engineering teams to design/build fit-for-purpose and observable software

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in a SR DevOps / Site Reliability Engineering role and having strong code development experience in C# or similar OO development language.
• Experience of supporting .Net applications as a DevOps Engineer is a big bonus in this role
• Production experience operating containerization technologies - ideally with Kubernetes and/or Docker. Strong preference for AKS or EKS experience as well.
• Proficiency with one or more public cloud providers such as Azure, AWS or GCP
• Proficiency using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform (preferred), Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Experience with monitoring, observability and logging tools such as DataDog, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Proven track record of maintaining highly-available and performant production environments.
• Ability to identify and implement effective mitigation strategies and operational playbooks.

Useful / Bonus Skills to have:

• Experience in CI/CD tooling: Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions, Octopus Deploy
• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) and DevOps practices (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are a plus
• Experience in database management/performance tuning, particularly MSSQL.

Employee benefits:

• Opportunity to be a part of a 30+ year well-established, high-performance SaaS company.
• Excellent Company Pension scheme and Life Insurance,
• Excellent holiday allowance.
• A supportive team environment with emphasis on learning and development opportunities
• Working with a team of caring, high-performing, and passionate people who have fun supporting our vision, innovation, and continuous improvement.

This Senior Site Reliability Engineer role is working for a market leading global software company and this job is part of a large program of change and improvement in their Cloud SaaS products over the coming years. If you are looking for an interesting SRE role with a forward-thinking global organisation, then this would be a tremendous career opportunity to consider.

Please apply with your CV to find out more.