About The Company
SF Recruitment is a reputable and dynamic organization specializing in providing innovative recruitment solutions across various industries. Known for our commitment to excellence and fostering a collaborative work environment, we strive to connect talented professionals with leading companies. Our focus on integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement has established us as a trusted partner in the recruitment sector. We are dedicated to supporting our employees' growth and development, ensuring a positive and engaging workplace culture that encourages innovation and success.
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Python Developer to join our team on a fully remote basis. This role is with a market-leading financial services organization based near Manchester, currently experiencing significant growth following recent investment. The successful candidate will work closely with the lead engineer to develop and enhance new platform functionalities, focusing on creating automation middleware that enhances operational efficiencies and improves user experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a mid-level developer who is passionate about leveraging the latest technologies to solve complex business problems within the financial services sector. The role involves translating business requirements into robust technical solutions, participating in the full software development lifecycle, and contributing to the ongoing innovation of our client’s digital platforms.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of professional experience in Python development, particularly within the financial services industry. Essential qualifications include:
- Strong commercial experience in Python programming
- Proven experience working on business transaction projects such as pensions, banking, accounting, payments, or back-office processing
- Proficiency with frameworks like Flask, Django, or FastAPI
- Solid understanding and practical experience with MySQL databases
- Exposure to Azure cloud services and infrastructure
- Experience working in fast-paced financial or accounting environments
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Experience integrating automation solutions into existing platforms is highly desirable
Responsibilities
The successful Python Developer will be responsible for:
- Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable Python applications within the financial services domain
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements
- Building automation middleware to streamline processes and improve operational efficiencies
- Implementing and maintaining APIs using frameworks such as Flask, Django, or FastAPI
- Managing and optimizing MySQL databases to ensure data integrity and performance
- Deploying applications on Azure cloud infrastructure and ensuring cloud best practices
- Participating in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold quality standards
- Engaging with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions
- Staying updated with the latest industry trends and incorporating innovative technologies into projects
Benefits
Joining SF Recruitment's client organization as a Python Developer offers numerous benefits, including:
- A competitive starting salary of up to £60,000
- Long-term, fully remote working arrangements
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance
- Clear pathways for career progression and personal development
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private pension scheme
- Private healthcare coverage
- Regular salary reviews and performance feedback
Equal Opportunity
SF Recruitment is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients and provides a richer, more innovative work environment for our employees. We are dedicated to ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunities for all applicants and team members.
