Backend Python Engineer — AI-Driven, FastAPI, Hybrid

Job title:Software Engineer

Client:Not specified

Salary: £120,000 per annum + Benefits

Location: London (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

The Role

We’re supporting a rapidly growing, innovation-led tech company in London that’s building advanced AI-driven solutions with real-world impact. As they continue to scale, they’re looking to bring in a skilled Python Engineer to help develop and evolve their core platforms.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced setting, values clean and efficient code, and wants to play a key role in shaping technology that sits at the forefront of data and intelligent systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and refine high-performance backend services using Python and modern frameworks such as FastAPI
• Build and support systems designed to process and manage high volumes of live data
• Produce well-structured, maintainable, and testable code aligned with engineering best practices
• Influence system design and contribute to longer-term technical direction
• Take full ownership of features and projects, working closely with a collaborative and agile team

Requirements

• Strong commercial experience working with Python
• Hands-on experience developing APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks (e.g. Flask or Django)
• A strong focus on performance, scalability, and automation
• Exposure to, or a genuine interest in, AI and data-driven technologies
• A curious, solutions-focused mindset with a willingness to experiment and innovate

If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to apply or reach out for a confidential chat.