python backend engineer jobs in Edinburgh

You will lead a team working across Python, Go, modern data architectures, and cloud-native infrastructure. If you enjoy designing systems that scale, mentoring engineers, and influencing product direction, we want to talk to you.

You will shape the core architecture of the platform.

You will be responsible for the entirety of the back end features of the products.

You will be in charge of building scalable backend services and awesome messaging queues.

You will be responsible for developing a Python-based back end platform that's handling 100,000+s of interactions daily.

Senior Backend Engineer UK Remote 6 Month Contract A fantastic contract role has opened up for a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python or Java. This is an exciting chance to join a leading technology company known for its high engineering standards and innovative approach to distributed systems. In this position, the Senior Backend Engineer will play a central...

Senior Backend Engineer | Fully Remote | Full Time Are you a seasoned backend engineer with a passion for building scalable APIs and robust backend systems? We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our development team and help shape the future of our platform. What You’ll Do - Design, develop, and maintain high-quality APIs and backend services - Architect scalable software...

Senior Backend Engineer – Join a profitable FinTech Scale-Up 🚀 💰Up to £100,000 🏡Remote working – once a month onsite in London 💻Python, PostgreSQL FastAPI, Django We’re partnered with a leading FinTech scale-up who are transforming how small businesses access finance to grow and scale. The business is backed by a strong track record and with an ambitious mission, they’ve successfully provided...

Senior Backend Engineer Edinburgh (Hybrid 3 days per week onsite) This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global leader in the innovation and development of cutting-edge software solutions used across the oil and gas industry. As well as a salary of up to £65,000, benefits include: - Hybrid working - Private healthcare and life assurance - Generous pension scheme - Onsite...

Backend Developer – Golang / Python / Java / Tech-First Fintech – Inside IR35 Our client is a leading, tech-first fintech building backend systems that power millions of users every day. They are looking for a Backend Developer with experience in Golang, Python, or Java who can contribute to scalable, high-performance systems and help deliver impactful products. Key Responsibilities: - Build...

About the Role If you’re looking for a fully remote contract opportunity working as Compiler Developer / Engineer, then we’d love to hear from you! The role will involve working on a custom tech stack for cutting-edge GPU technologies. You’ll contribute to maintaining and evolving the GPU compiler stack, focusing on backend development. What You’ll Be Doing - Developing and maintaining GPU...

Lead Backend Engineer – £85K – Fully Remote (UK) - Go/ AWS I am exclusively supporting a Product Company who are looking for a Lead Backend Engineer to join their engineering team and take the reigns on a number of projects. They are an established company who have a family feel and great engineering culture. They are on the hunt for a hands-on Lead who can drive a flagship project, support in...

Senior Backend Engineer / Developer (TypeScript Node.js) Remote UK to £80k Are you a senior, hands-on Backend Engineer looking for an opportunity to take ownership and progress your career at a scaling tech company? You could be joining a growing games company that combines state of the art technology, gaming and luxury fashion. As a Senior Backend Engineer you'll join the team as they scale...

🚀 Senior Full Stack Engineer – FinTech Platform (Python / TypeScript) We’re partnered with a fast-growing FinTech scaling a high-impact platform that empowers UK businesses. They’ve delivered billions in funding and continue to grow rapidly — and now they’re hiring a Senior Full Stack Engineer to help drive the next stage of their product and platform evolution. This role offers high ownership,...

Python Engineer – 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) | £500 per day | Fully Remote Company: Leading Cloud Consultancy Contract: 6 months Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Fully Remote (UK-based candidates only) About the Role We’re working with a specialist Cloud Consultancy who are looking for a talented Python Engineer to join their team on a 6-month contract. You’ll play a key role...

Senior Software Engineer - Backend & Data | Fully Remote (UK) Founding Engineer | Python | GCP | Terraform | Event-Based Systems | Data Pipelines An innovative, mission-driven LegalTech SaaS start-up is looking for a Senior Product Engineer (Backend & Data) with deep experience in Python, Product development, and Data engineering. Role Information: - Salary: Up to £100,000 (DOE) + Equity -...

What are we building? Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer's interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always...

You will collaborate closely with other engineers, data scientists, and analysts as part of a broader engineering community. These are some of the key components to the position:

Senior Backend Engineer / Developer (TypeScript Node.js) Remote UK to £80k Are you a senior, hands-on Backend Engineer looking for an opportunity to take ownership and progress your career at a scaling tech company? You could be joining a growing games company that combines state of the art technology, gaming and luxury fashion. As a Senior Backend Engineer you'll join the team as they scale...

Backend Engineer Remote, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced Backend Engineer with advanced Go skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence - and it's not just the tech stack or the day rate that stands out. Contractors here regularly speak highly of the fast-moving, collaborative culture where...

Python Engineer – Join a profitable FinTech Scale-Up 🚀 💰Up to £100,000 🏡Remote working – once a month onsite in London 💻Python, PostgreSQL FastAPI, Django We’re partnered with a leading FinTech scale-up who are transforming how small businesses access finance to grow and scale. The business is backed by a strong track record and with an ambitious mission, they’ve successfully provided...

Senior+ Software Engineer - Python | FastAPI | AWS 💵 £90,000-120,000 + Bonus and Stock 📦 Flexible benefits | 90 day work-from-anywhere perk 💻 Python, FastAPI, gRPC, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, AWS 📍 Remote first or hybrid (London) InsurTech | high traffic, scalable, event-driven, microservices development We’ve partnered with one of the UK’s most exciting scale-ups in the Insuretech space over...

Backend Software Engineer UK Remote 6 Month Contract A fantastic contract role has opened up for a highly skilled Backend Software Engineer with strong expertise in Go. This is an exciting chance to join a leading technology company known for its high engineering standards and innovative approach to distributed systems. In this position, the Backend Software Engineer will play a central role...