Python Developer

Senior Python DeveloperReading / Hybrid£60,000 - £80,000 + benefitsSector: LegalTech / IP Management SaaSWe are working with a growing business in the LegalTech space that is investing in its engineering capability following a recent acquisition.They are looking for a Senior Python Developer to join a collaborative product engineering team and play a key role in both platform integration and technical upskilling.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands-on software engineering with mentoring, coaching and raising standards across a team. The environment would suit a senior engineer who likes solving real product problems, improving delivery quality and helping others develop confidence in Python and Django.The roleBuild and maintain product features using Python, Django and, where relevant, ReactSupport the integration of acquired platform capability into a broader product estateMentor engineers through pairing, code review and practical technical guidanceHelp improve engineering standards across code quality, testing and delivery practicesWork closely with product and design to turn requirements into well-scoped, well-built featuresWhat they are looking forStrong commercial experience building production systems with Python and DjangoA genuine interest in coaching and developing other engineersStrong relational database skills, including schema design, queries, migrations and ORM usageGood experience with testing, version control, CI/CD and agile deliveryClear communication skills and the confidence to influence engineering standards in a positive, collaborative wayNice to haveExposure to React or broader full-stack deliveryExperience helping a team move into a new language, framework or engineering approachCloud and tooling exposure such as Azure, AWS, Terraform, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch or analytics/reporting toolsWhat is on offer£60,000 - £80,000 depending on experienceHybrid working with time in the Reading officeA high-impact role with real influence on engineering quality and team capabilityA modern stack, strong product ownership and the chance to shape how a growing engineering team worksA varied role balancing delivery, mentoring and platform evolutionIf you are a senior Python engineer who enjoys building, mentoring and improving the way teams work, click apply or reach out to Matthew.lannen@infosecpeople.co.uk