Accepting applications until: 16 October 2026Job DescriptionPython Developer Your Role: Python Developer We're looking for a talented and adaptable Python Developer to join our established development team, working on high-impact digital products used by over 30 million people each month.
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
You'll help build and scale the APIs, web services, and internal systems that power Global Player, our public-facing radio websites, and a wide range of connected platforms.
This is a hands-on role for someone passionate about clean code, collaboration, and continuously learning new technologies. Key Responsibilities You will be working on web services that drive Global Player and our public-facing radio websites.
You'll be working on a suite of digital products that attracts over 30 million unique visitors a month! APIs and tools that drive our mobile apps, and other devices such as Alexa and Google Home.
Internal editorial and content systems that feed all our public-facing products.
What You'll Love About This RoleThink Big: Getting to work on some outstanding products that get used by over 30 million people.
Own It: Be a multi-skilled developer who is happy to step out of their comfort zone and learn new technologies. Keep it Simple: Work in a team that is a fun, creative and satisfying place for developers to work.
Better Together: Work in a team where we believe in code reviews, paired programming, continuous integration, hack time and investing in developers to make them better.
What Success Looks LikeIn the first few months, you'll have: Contributed to delivering phenomenal solutions for delivering the latest innovations to our digital products.
Proven a collaborative approach to delivering solutions.
Shown passion to learn new things and to share knowledge with others.
Followed sound architectural and software engineering principles in your solutions.
What you will needThe ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following: A multi-skilled developer who is happy to step out of their comfort zone and learn new technologies. Strong commercial development experience using Python. A strong grasp of OOP fundamentals and RESTful APIs.
Familiarity with VCS, preferably Git.
Experience working in a sociable, cross-functional team. A dedication to testing – experience of writing and maintaining unit tests; mocking frameworks and an enthusiasm for test-driven development.
Experience working with relational database systems and ORM frameworks.
Understanding the importance of Continuous Integration.
Bonus points if you tick any of the following boxes...Experience working with Django, Sanic or Litestar.
Experience with GraphQL.Experience with asyncio.
Experience with modern Python typing and tooling.
Experience scaling web systems to cope with millions of users.
Experience of agile practices.
Experience with using Docker in your development process.
Familiarity with AWS and Kubernetes. xohmjla Familiarity with ElasticSearch, OpenSearch or other Lucene-based search servers.
SummaryLocation: Holborn
- LondonType: Full time
Python Developer in Vauxhall employer: Global
Global is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and creativity, making it a fantastic place for aspiring Junior Shooters & Video Editors. Located in the vibrant Leicester Square, employees benefit from a dynamic work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation, with ample opportunities for professional growth within a highly skilled team. With the chance to create impactful content seen by millions, Global not only values your contributions but also supports your development in a fast-paced, exciting environment.
