Python Developer – Generative AI & Backend Engineering
Summary
Builds scalable Python backend services, REST APIs, and Generative AI-powered applications using Django/Flask/FastAPI, LLM/RAG integration, SQL/NoSQL databases, and AWS/Azure/GCP with Docker and CI/CD. Office-based role in Sheffield, UK; secure coding practices required, Kubernetes and regulated-industry experience are nice to have.
We are looking for an experienced Python Developer to build scalable backend services, REST APIs, and Generative AI-powered applications. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Python frameworks, LLM integration, cloud-native development, database management, CI/CD, and application security.
Required Skills
- Strong Python development experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- Backend development, REST APIs, OOP, software design principles, PyTest, and Git.
- Generative AI, LLM APIs, RAG, embeddings, vector databases, prompt engineering, and AI guardrails.
- SQL/NoSQL databases, data modeling, and query optimization.
- AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and CI/CD pipeline architecture.
- Authentication, authorization, secrets management, and secure coding practices.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Kubernetes, monitoring, and observability tools.
- Experience in banking, financial services, or other regulated industries.
