Purpose of Role/Job Overview
We are seeking 2 talented and motivated Python Developers, one with 1-2 years experience and the other with 2-4 years of experience to join our clients technology team. You will play a key role in building, and maintaining software solutions that support our clients business systems, data pipelines, and automation initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who enjoys writing clean, efficient code and wants to contribute to projects with real business impact, including data integration, workflow automation, and system modernisation.
What the ideal candidate will need to succeed
This role offers excellent opportunities to develop a career within the insurance industry and work towards being the best of breed in the next generation of InsureTech.
The ideal candidate will have an excellent technical understanding, be able to multitask and prioritise their own workload, as well as the ability to work to tight deadlines and have highly developed organisational skills.
Rewards for the successful candidate
The successful candidate will benefit from the support and collaboration of the experienced Systems Development Manager and the knowledgeable Technology & Underwriting Teams.
The clients working environment is lively and friendly, creating an atmosphere where success is encouraged and nurtured. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career whilst making a tangible difference to the success of the company and its business partners – insurance brokers and insurers alike. Ideal for a candidate who is driven to succeed, take ownership and pride in delivering exceptional levels of customer service.
Key Accountabilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain Python applications, scripts, and services
Build and maintain APIs and integrations with third-party systems and internal platforms
Write clean, well-documented, and testable code following best practices (PEP 8, SOLID principles)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, data, QA, operations) to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Contribute to the design and optimisation of data pipelines and database interactions
Support CI/CD pipeline development and deployment automation
Write and maintain unit, integration, and regression tests
Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements where relevant
Assist in 2nd/3rd line support
Qualifications
GCSEs in maths and English or equivalent
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) desirable
Knowledge
2-4 years of professional experience developing applications in Python
Strong understanding of Python fundamentals, object-oriented programming, and design patterns
Experience with at least one modern Python web framework (e.g. Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and SQL
Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative workflows (e.g. GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
Experience with RESTful API design and integration
Experience of software testing principles and experience writing unit tests (e.g. pytest, unittest)
Comfortable working in an Agile/Scrum environment
Good understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD principles
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Skills/Abilities/ Competencies
Key attributes a developer should be able to demonstrate the ability to work unsupervised
Deliver to agreed timescales, or to highlight issues as soon as they arise if likely to affect those timescales
The ability to work and communicate effectively within a team
Ability to write unit tests and to understand how to perform integration testing
Analysing and clarifying requirements & technical designs
Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
Paying attention to the security requirements of working within a PCI-DSS accredited environment, specifically writing secure code
Communicating effectively throughout the development process with all stake holders and management
Gain insights of the business within the market based on an understanding of business trends
Desirable skills
Experience of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience of containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Exposure to data engineering tools/libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy) or NLP libraries
Knowledge of message queues/event-driven architecture (e.g. RabbitMQ, Kafka)
Understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g. financial services, insurance, healthcare)
Familiarity with front-end basics (JavaScript, HTML/CSS) for full-stack contributions
Knowledge of software security best practices
Along with our client, we are committed to a diverse workforce and as such recruit from a wide available pool of talent, with the hiring, assessment and selection process being fair, free from bias and one which ensures the right person is selected for the job, based on merit. We treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.
A copy of our D&I policy can be made available upon request
Salary description
£40000.00 - £60000.00 per year