Backend Python Developer
Software Engineer - AI/ML | Leading Pharma Client | 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)
My client, a global pharmaceutical leader, is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions aimed at transforming healthcare. This is a 6-month contract, inside IR35, offering hybrid working (3 days onsite).
Key Responsibilities
- Develop robust backend systems for Python-based web applications
- Integrate AI/ML components with data, infrastructure, and frontend systems
- Deliver high-quality, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code
- Monitor and enhance performance of tools and services
- Collaborate across technical teams to build end-to-end data pipelines
Essential Skills
- Proven experience in Python backend development (e.g. FastAPI)
- Strong cloud-native development skills, ideally with Google Cloud
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, automated testing (e.g. pytest), and agile methodologies
- Passion for healthcare innovation and continuous learning
- Bonus: Background in biological sciences or pharmaceutical industry
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Docker and multi-container architectures
- Exposure to scientific datasets (e.g. genomics, proteomics)
- Familiarity with AI/ML deployment, especially NLP tools (LangGraph, AutoGen)
- Understanding of AI/ML evaluation and iterative improvement
- Some experience with frontend development (e.g. React)
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please apply with your updated CV.
- Company
- Adecco
- Location
- London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Contractor
- Salary
- Salary negotiable
- Posted
- Company
- Adecco
- Location
- London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Contractor
- Salary
- Salary negotiable
- Posted