Python Engineer

Python Engineer – Backend & Automation

Join us at Barclays as a Python Engineer to design and build intelligent, end‑to‑end automation solutions across our technology landscape, working comfortably within a regulated enterprise environment. You will develop backend services, cloud‑native infrastructure, and modern React UIs—leveraging AWS, Python, Docker, and AI‑assisted development—while collaborating closely with stakeholders to translate complex problems into pragmatic solutions.

• Design, develop, and improve software using industry‑aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
• Deliver high‑quality software solutions, ensuring code is scalable, maintainable, and optimised for performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements, devise solution strategies, and align with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews, promote a culture of code quality, and share knowledge with peers.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and contribute to the organization’s technology communities.
• Adhere to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
• Implement effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.
• Build backend services, cloud‑native infrastructure, and modern React UIs.

• Strong hands‑on experience with Python for backend development or automation.
• Proven experience working with AWS cloud services (e.g., Lambda, EC2, S3, API Gateway).
• Solid knowledge of Docker and container‑based delivery.
• Experience building front‑end applications using React or equivalent modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Experience working in Linux environments, including basic shell scripting.
• Exposure to AI related tooling (e.g., AI code assistants, basic LLM or API integrations).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
• Strong problem‑solving, risk management, and communication skills.

Northampton.