Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

We are working with a growing VC-backed technology company that's revolutionising how software is built and deployed. At the forefront of AI-powered automation, creating innovative solutions - this organisation is continuing to evolve and is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer.

You'll be responsible for building and evolving backend services, integrations, and workflow logic for cutting-edge SaaS applications.

Key Focus Areas:

• Work with automation-generated code and make it production-ready
• Build robust backend services using Python APIs and data workflows
• Create seamless integrations with external systems
• Champion AI-assisted development practices across the engineering team

What You'll Do:

• Own backend features and API integrations (Python, FastAPI, gRPC, SQL)
• Adapt and extend auto-generated pipelines and front-end outputs
• Build connectors for APIs, files, and external systems
• Integrate LLM-based capabilities with robust evaluation and monitoring
• Champion AI-assisted development practices and tools
• Set up guardrails and context packs for AI-powered workflows
• Mentor team members on AI development best practices
• Help the team ship high-quality code faster using AI tools
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Solution Strategists, Data Platform, and Support teams
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy

What We're Looking For:

• Strong Python backend/API development experience
• Solid SQL and data modeling capabilities
• A solid background within start-ups and able to work on multiple projects similtaneously
• Proven experience with integrations (APIs, SFTP, SharePoint, webhooks)
• Hands-on experience with workflow orchestration tools (Temporal, Dagster)
• Comfortable working with and improving generated code
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)
• Understanding of modern software architecture patterns

Please apply for more information.