Python Software Developer (SC Cleared)
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham, London
Contract :6 Months
Security Requirement
Active SC Clearance required
Overview
We are seeking experienced Python Software Developers to support the delivery of large-scale analytics and data-driven solutions within a secure enterprise environment. The successful candidates will work on cloud-based platforms, data processing pipelines, and secure integrations while collaborating with cross-functional engineering and platform teams.
This role is ideal for professionals with strong Python development expertise, cloud engineering experience, and exposure to modern DevOps and data engineering practices.
Must Have:
AWS services; Terraform; Apache Spark; Python; Apache Airflow; Docker; GitLab; Security scanning agent; Jupyter; Notebooks;
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python applications and services
Build and optimize cloud-native data processing pipelines
Develop and manage workflows using orchestration tools such as Airflow
Work with large-scale data processing frameworks including Apache Spark
Deploy and maintain containerized applications using Docker
Implement infrastructure automation using Terraform
Integrate solutions with enterprise data and secure file transfer systems
Collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and reliable deployments
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and source control management using GitLab
Support vulnerability management and security scanning processes
Create technical documentation and provide knowledge-sharing support where required
Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborative engineering activities
Required Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience with Python development
Experience working with AWS cloud services
Proven experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Strong knowledge of Apache Spark
Experience with Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools
Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized environments
Experience using GitLab for version control and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of security scanning and vulnerability management tools such as Trivy, Trend Micro, Wiz, or similar
Experience working with Jupyter Notebooks
Familiarity with secure enterprise integrations and data transfer solutions
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
Preferred Experience
Experience working within secure or regulated environments
Exposure to large-scale analytics or data platform projects
Previous experience in public sector or enterprise-scale environments
Understanding of cloud security best practices
Working Arrangement
Hybrid working model
Approximately 60% onsite presence required in Newcastle
Remaining days remote, depending on project requirements
Clearance Requirement
Candidates must hold active SC Clearance or be eligible to obtain clearance