2 of 2 Contract Python Software Engineer Jobs in the South East

THE COMPANY This organisation is pushing the boundaries of AI and data-driven software, developing next-generation tools that integrate advanced machine learning with scalable backend systems. They're looking for an experienced Python Backend Engineer to support the build and integration of key AI components across their tech stack. THE ROLE As a Contract Python Backend Engineer , you'll take ownership of backend development for a Python-based web application, ensuring smooth integration with AI/ML pipelines and data infrastructure. You'll work closely with data engineers, AI specialists, and frontend developers to deliver robust, production-quality software. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain Python web applications (FastAPI preferred) Integrate AI … CI/CD workflows Monitor and improve performance metrics across deployed tools Collaborate with technical teams to develop end-to-end data pipelines YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Essential: Proven Python backend development experience (FastAPI, Flask, or similar) Strong cloud experience (GCP preferred) and understanding of core web app infrastructure Skilled in automated testing (pytest) and modern DevOps tools (Git More ❯

The Role An exciting opportunity for a Python/Django Engineer to join a fast-scaling fintech business in the automotive space. You'll be working across several high-impact, greenfield projects that sit at the heart of the company's next phase of growth. You'll be joining a distributed engineering team and will play a key … and growth teams. These projects are well-defined, fast-moving, and will give you full ownership of backend delivery. Responsibilities Develop, test, and deliver clean, scalable backend code using Python and Django Collaborate closely with PMs, frontend engineers, and QA teams to deliver end-to-end features Take ownership of key deliverables across multiple concurrent projects Support smooth handovers … to permanent teams post-delivery Skills & Experience Must-have: Strong commercial experience with Python and Django Deep understanding of Django ORM Proven ability to work autonomously and deliver to deadlines Nice-to-have: Experience building or improving admin portals Exposure to consumer-facing or data-driven applications Background in automotive, fintech, or SaaS environments Soft Skills: Excellent communication and More ❯