Python Software Engineer

The software you build today could help shape how the UK is powered tomorrow. As a Mid-Level Python Software Engineer, you'll develop the digital platforms that support the UK's transition to Net Zero, solving complex technical challenges while building your expertise alongside an experienced engineering team.

This is an opportunity to work on meaningful technology with genuine national impact. You'll contribute to modern cloud-based applications, collaborate with talented technical specialists and have a clear pathway to further develop your engineering career in an environment that values quality, innovation and continuous improvement.

What's in it for you

• Salary of £65,000 - £74,000 plus a 10% annual bonus
• Hybrid working with just two days per week in the Birmingham office
• Work on technology that directly supports the UK's clean energy transition
• Structured mentoring from Senior and Principal Engineers with clear career progression
• Competitive pension scheme and excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies and an evolving technical stack

Your responsibilities as Mid-Level Python Software Engineer

• Develop, test and maintain secure, reliable software using Python together with JavaScript or TypeScript
• Contribute to solution design, ensuring applications remain scalable, maintainable and aligned with modern cloud architecture
• Participate in code reviews, automated testing and continuous improvement of engineering standards
• Collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps and UX teams to deliver high-quality software through Agile sprints
• Work alongside senior technical colleagues to strengthen engineering capability and adopt best practice
• Support the ongoing enhancement of digital platforms that underpin critical energy systems

What we're looking for in a Mid-Level Python Software Engineer

• Commercial experience developing applications with Python and frameworks such as Django alongside JavaScript or TypeScript
• Experience working within cloud environments including AWS, Azure or Google Cloud Platform
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, version control and CI/CD practices
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• Exposure to technologies such as React, Node.js, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Celery, Infrastructure as Code or database optimisation would be advantageous

Working hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday with hybrid working (2 days per week in the Birmingham office).

If you're ready to take the next step as a Mid-Level Python Software Engineer and want your work to have a lasting impact on the UK's clean energy future, we'd love to hear from you.

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