Python Software Engineer

2 weeks ago


Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom NPAworldwide Full time £60,000 - £75,000 per year

Job Description
Can you think strategically and connect the dots across projects to shape the bigger picture?
Do you thrive in fast-paced, agile environments, enjoy exploring smarter ways of working, and love to collaborate across diverse teams?

Are you passionate about continuous learning and building impactful software solutions?

If yes wed love to hear from you.

Were hiring
Full Stack Python/React Developers
to join a mission-led consultancy delivering modern software solutions to clients in the
UK Government and Defence sector
. You'll be part of a high-trust, agile team developing secure, scalable systems and progressive web apps that make a real difference.

What Youll Be Doing

Youll join a small, high-performing delivery team, using agile and DevOps approaches to build innovative solutions across the full stack.

Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Python and React

Build scalable APIs and data pipelines using modern architecture principles

Leverage open-source libraries, GitLab CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code

Deploy to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and private cloud)

Contribute across the full development lifecycle from requirements to delivery and beyond

What Were Looking For

We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset. You should enjoy solving complex problems and be excited about working with modern tech in a mission-focused environment.

Ideal Experience
Strong experience in
Python
and
React
(or other modern frontend frameworks)

Skilled in full-stack development with clean, maintainable code

Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation

Comfortable in Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban)

Confident collaborating with internal stakeholders and external clients

Bonus: Exposure to secure or classified development environments

Whats In It for You?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

Benefits Include
Flexitime
37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options

Learning budget
for training, certifications, and conferences

Private healthcare
and
matched pension
Monthly socials
and quarterly company meetups

Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client is an
equal opportunities employer
and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute.

Interested?

Whether you're actively looking or just exploring options, wed love to start a conversation.Apply now or
get in touch
to learn more.

Qualifications
Strong experience in
Python
and
React
(or other modern frontend frameworks)

Skilled in full-stack development with clean, maintainable code

Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

  • Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options
  • Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences
  • Private healthcare and matched pension
  • Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups
  • Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector

Salary Type
: Annual Salary

Salary Min
: £ 60000

Salary Max
: £ 75000

Currency Type
: GBP


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