Python Developer, Bristol, £40,000-£50,000

My client, a leading commercial organisation based in central Bristol is looking to recruit a Python Developer into their existing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a very unique business who operate in the third sector on a global scale. The work they do really matters and has a serious impact on service users. You will join a team of full stack developers who genuinely enjoy the work that they do and the reason why they do it.

This is what you’ll be doing

• Part of a team that build new and improve existing open-source software
• Improving the quality of that software through incremental refactoring, automation and continuous deployments
• Leading DevOps processes
• Improving understanding of data through the products the organisation maintains and supports
• Working with technical experts from governments, foundations, NGOs and developing country agencies to improve the range of tools and data available to end users
• Participating fully in the Technical Advisory Group
• Tracking, analysing, fixing and reporting software bugs and issues
• Monitoring usage of software by our users
• Participating in technical discussions and work to improve the Standard
• Advising on its technical strategy
• Mentoring junior developers

The experience you’ll bring to the team

• DevOps and sysadmin experience - e.g. Docker / Ansible / Debian
• Good knowledge of Python, Flask, Django and SQL
• Understanding of software design principles
• Ability to write code that scales and is well tested
• Interest in using your technical skills for social good
• A continuous learner, interested in self-improvement
• A collaborative approach and a 'can do’ attitude

And this is what you’ll get in return

• Salary £40,000-£50,000
• Strong Pension Scheme
• 35 hour working week
• Flexible working environment (remote working or option to work hours across 4 days)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 additional days charity leave
• A range of flexible benefits

Are you up to the challenge?

To apply for the role, please forward a copy of your CV immediately.