Python Software Developer

Job title:

Python Software Developer

Company

Digital Recruitment Company

Job description

https://www.digitalrecruitmentcompany.com/job-search/960-python-software-developer/technical-and-development-jobs/london/job2025-04-16 11:15:092025-08-13Digital Recruitment Company Job Ref PSDDRC
Job Views 10DescriptionPython Software Developer
Job Type: Perm
Salary: DOE plus package and bonus
Location: Hybrid/WFH/FlexibleConsultant: Toby DayThe Organisation/Role:Join a cutting-edge global fintech company that is transforming the payments landscape through innovation, scalability, and seamless cross-border solutions. Backed by Series B funding and headquartered in London, the company services millions of users and hundreds of enterprise clients around the world. With a focus on leveraging real-time data, AI, and scalable cloud infrastructure, they’re reshaping the way the world moves money.Role Overview
As a Python Software Developer, you’ll join a collaborative product-engineering team working on the core transactional platform. This is a hands-on role building scalable, secure APIs and microservices, processing high-volume payments and integrations with global banking networks.You’ll play a critical role in delivering innovative financial features and improving backend architecture to support global expansion.Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain robust Python microservices for financial transaction processing.
• Work on real-time APIs and backend systems with high availability and low latency.
• Integrate with third-party financial services (banks, KYC, FX platforms, etc.).
• Collaborate with DevOps, Product Managers, and Data Scientists on feature development.
• Contribute to architectural discussions, technical documentation, and peer code reviews.
• Champion secure coding, test coverage, and performance optimisation.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of hands-on Python development experience.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming, REST APIs, and modern frameworks (FastAPI, Flask or Django).
• Proficient with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, Redis, etc.).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines in cloud-native environments (AWS/GCP).
• Familiar with financial data security standards and working in regulated environments (e.g., PCI DSS).
• Bonus: Knowledge of payments systems (SWIFT, SEPA, ACH) or prior fintech experience.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and equity options
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Hybrid working with flexible hours
• Private medical cover & enhanced pension
• Continuous learning allowance & professional development
• Modern tech stack and high-growth, mission-driven team

The Digital Recruitment Company is an Employment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.To apply for this role please contact us at:Toby Day0203 640 2133toby@digitalrecruitmentcompany.comwww.digitalrecruitmentcompany.com

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 07:57:02 GMT

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