We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer (Python & Django) for a central government department based in London, Manchester, Birmingham or Cardiff (hybrid), on an initial 12 months contract, paying up to £720 per day (Inside IR35).
This is a hybrid role with around 40% office attendance, roughly two days per week.
The successful Lead Software Engineer (Python & Django) will design, build and maintain resilient backend services on a high-profile government digital programme, working within a secure, GDS-aligned environment. You'll lead and mentor engineers across agile squads while staying hands-on, driving engineering standards and technical design decisions. You'll translate user needs into robust, test-driven solutions and support live services for performance, stability and resilience.
You will need proven experience working with the following:
Extensive commercial Python development
Strong hands-on Django
System design and software architecture
End-to-end delivery of secure, scalable services
Agile multidisciplinary teamwork and strong stakeholder communication
Leading or mentoring engineering teams, with solid testing, debugging and QA practices
The following would be beneficial:
Government Digital Service (GDS) experience
Public sector, government or defence sector experience
Working in regulated or secure environments
Understanding of accessibility and government service standards
You'll need to hold or be eligible to obtain SC clearance for this role.
Interested?
Please apply below.
Lead Software Engineer, Technical Lead, Python, Django, REST APIs, System Design, Software Architecture, TDD, Agile, GDS, London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Hybrid/Remote, Contract, Inside IR35
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