Senior Software Engineer: Python, Django & React Lead

Senior Software Developer

Location:

UK – Kettering

• Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with stakeholders to meet business needs.
• Develop Python, Django, and React
  
  JS applications.
• Administer Microsoft SQL Server, Postgre
  
  SQL and other relational database systems.
• Optimize database performance through index analysis, query tuning, and execution plan evaluation.
• Develop web applications using Django framework and front‑end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript).
• Ensure web application security, session management, and development best practices.
• Implement and enforce OWASP security framework throughout coding.
• Create and maintain backup mechanisms to support business continuity and high data availability.
• Maintain and update current applications, following change and release processes.
• Work with Business Analysts to ensure solutions are fit‑for‑purpose and deliver expected benefits.
• Document code and share knowledge; provide ongoing support for all code written.
• Provide application support for related applications.
• Maintain application documentation, adhering to Quality Management guidelines and ISO 9001 framework.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in line with legal and policy requirements.

• Strong experience in Swift, React
  
  JS, Docker, Django, Python, HTML
  5.
• Excellent knowledge of relational database management systems including SQL.
• Expertise in maintaining e.surv data warehouse, databases, and associated technology with performance focus.
• Proficient with Linux and Windows command‑line interfaces.
• Proficient with user interface design technologies.
• Ability to coach junior team members.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Work using TDD or BDD; proficient in unit testing.

• Experience with Azure Dev Ops.
• Experience with Scrum or Kanban, PSM, PSD.
• Knowledge of data integrity, security, SDLC, ITIL principles.
• Experience in machine learning.

• Relevant degree or equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience as software developer.

e.surv is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.