What Devops Python Engineer Jobs are in the United Kingdom?

Senior Python Engineer (Django / DevOps / IaC)

Retail

Hybrid: either London or Welwyn Garden City (whichever is closest) 3 days per week

6 months

In short: Our Application Security team require a strong Python generalist to run, deploy and maintain purpose-built applications. You’ll need solid experience across Python development, DevOps, Cloud and an awareness of security protocols.

We are committed to align with the digital advancements of the business and secure new technologies that enable our business to have a superior focus on serving our customers, communities, and planet. As part of our Security Engineering Platforms team, we build and operate centralised security tooling that enables thousands of developers to ship secure software by default, at scale.

We are seeking a skilled Python Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for building robust, secure, and scalable services that automate security testing at scale using Django and related technologies. Beyond coding, you'll actively engage in architecture discussions, security implementations, CI/CD pipeline development, and help transition MVP applications into production-grade systems.

Your work will directly strengthen the security posture of applications, APIs, and cloud-native systems across the business by making security tooling fast, reliable, and seamless for every development team.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Django.
• Build and operate asynchronous task pipelines (Celery/Redis) that orchestrate security scanning at scale.
• Ensure best practices for code quality, performance, and security.
• Integrate robust security practices into all API layers, including authentication, authorization, data validation, and protection against vulnerabilities.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Work closely with core devops teams or independently handle infrastructure and deployment tasks.
• Review, refactor, and productionise MVP codebases, improving code clarity, documentation, and maintainability.
• Manage Docker container images through build, test, and deploy to kubernetes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, frontend developers, and engineering teams.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate code review, testing, and documentation.
• Participate actively in technical discussions, contributing innovative ideas and solutions.

• Strong experience in Python development, specifically with Django and Django REST Framework at senior level.
• Experience with asynchronous task queues (Celery, Redis)
• Solid understanding of REST API design principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL), and ORM (Django ORM in particular).
• Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing (unit, integration, and end‑to‑end).
• Experience deploying applications to cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate security practices.
• Experience working in an agile environment, such as Scrum.

• Experience with SAST/DAST tooling and security automation
• Familiarity with API security patterns (JWT, OAuth, rate limiting)
• Comfortable working with AI‑assisted development tools
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and configuration management (Ansible)
• Experience operating and administering Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu)
• Familiarity with cloud‑native services (Azure AKS, ACR)
• Exposure to frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js)
• Operations and technical troubleshooting experience

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.

TwinThread is looking for a DevOps Lead Software Engineer in London to drive software integration and automation in the low-latency technology group. The role requires collaboration across teams to deliver projects efficiently while ensuring quality and stability in software deliveries.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equities markets, experience with Linux, Python, and Shell scripting, and a self-motivated approach to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

Pontoon Solutions is seeking a Senior Python Engineer in Welwyn Garden City. The role focuses on building robust APIs, integrating security practices, and developing CI/CD pipelines within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive Python and Django experience, run asynchronous task pipelines, and ensure security across applications. This role directly impacts the security posture of the company’s software and involves working with cross-functional teams on innovative solutions.

Aurora Energy Research is seeking a Senior Software Engineer based in Oxford to lead a small team in developing Python-based modelling solutions for their Chronos battery storage product. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of professional experience in Python and be skilled in delivering components used by other teams.

This role involves not only technical leadership but also mentorship of junior engineers. The company offers a hybrid work model, ensuring flexibility for its employees.

Job Description

Responsible for implementing and supporting improvements, efficiency, enhancing software quality, and accelerate delivery times. Having the shared responsibility between development/operations with a focus on people, process, tolls that take a unified customer/user focus. In a multi-disciplinary team with Development, QA, IT Operations, Infosec, UCD etc. all working together to achieve a common goal of applying best practice in DevOps.

• Experience of DevOps tooling, containers and containerisation
• Communication: Able to speak to stakeholders and be able to transfer business requirements into technical implementation
• Facilitate information/business knowledge: Able to act as a business SME and understand what the business needs and how to support this into an efficient DevOps team.
• Stakeholder Management: Able to negotiate and influence with stakeholders to ensure the service runs effectively and efforts are placed correctly.

• Experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge in AWS and CI/CD pipeline creation and maintenance
• Practical experience using Terraform, Kubernetes and Helm
• Experience in Python
• Extensive experience of cloud computing, and best practices/emerging technologies
• Experienced with multiple ecosystem databases, architecture and integration
• Experience with monitoring tools to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Kubernetes & Helm: Strong understanding of container orchestration with Kubernetes and package management using Helm.
• Cloud Services (AWS): Experience with cloud platforms, specifically AWS.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of tools like Terraform.
• CI/CD: Proficiency in setting up and maintaining pipelines, particularly with Jenkins.
• Database Management: Experience with schema change management (e.g., Liquibase).
• Scripting: Ability to write automation scripts (e.g., Python).
• GitOps: Understanding of GitOps principles.
• Java & Maven: Experience with Java programming and Maven for builds.
• Core Principles: A mindset focused on automation, proactive monitoring, continuous improvement, and defining best practices.
• Must have willingness to travel
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must be able to attain a UK Security Clearance

• Hybrid working model with some flexible working
• Private Medical Health care via Vitality
• Pension contribution, Life Assurance
• Professional certifications supported as part of learning and development.
• A range of retail discounts to enhance your lifestyle, encompassing restaurants, supermarkets, travel, leisure activities and health and well-being services.
• Access to our Employee Resource Groups, our groups represent diverse backgrounds and provide a platform for colleagues to connect, learn, and support one another.

Netcompany is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process for anyone wishing to apply for a job with us. We operate a Disability Confident Interview Scheme which means that we offer guaranteed interviews to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a role. Applicants are asked to opt in, so please let us know if you wish your application to be considered under this scheme.

Join Netcompany in leveraging technological innovations to foster societal transformation.

Netcompany was awarded 5th position on the esteemed UK Top 50 Best Places to Work in the Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Awards for 2024. As one of the fastest growing technology companies, we are disrupting the marketplace and revolutionizing the way businesses operate. Our vision is to be the leading digital challenger in Europe whilst evolving the next generation of IT consulting.

Operating across both public and private sectors, we offer a comprehensive range of services from product design and engineering, digital strategy, data services & management, cloud migration to program delivery and service operations, our offerings are designed to meet diverse business needs.

Responsible for implementing and supporting improvements, efficiency, enhancing software quality, and accelerate delivery times. Having the shared responsibility between development/operations with a focus on people, process, tolls that take a unified customer/user focus. In a multi-disciplinary team with Development, QA, IT Operations, Infosec, UCD etc. all working together to achieve a common goal of applying best practice in DevOps.

• Extensive experience of DevOps tooling, containers and containerisation
• Communication: Able to speak to stakeholders and be able to transfer business requirements into technical implementation
• Facilitate information/business knowledge: Able to act as a business SME and understand what the business needs and how to support this into an efficient DevOps team.
• Stakeholder Management: Able to negotiate and influence with stakeholders to ensure the service runs effectively and efforts are placed correctly.

• 5+ Years as a DevOps Engineer
• Strong knowledge in AWS and CI/CD pipeline creation and maintenance
• Practical experience using Terraform, Kubernetes and Helm
• Experience in Python
• Extensive experience of cloud computing, and best practices/emerging technologies
• Experienced with multiple eco-system databases, architecture and integration
• Experience with monitoring tools to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Kubernetes & Helm: Strong understanding of container orchestration with Kubernetes and package management using Helm.
• Cloud Services (AWS): Experience with cloud platforms, specifically AWS.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of tools like Terraform.
• CI/CD: Proficiency in setting up and maintaining pipelines, particularly with Jenkins.
• Database Management: Experience with schema change management (e.g., Liquibase).
• Scripting: Ability to write automation scripts (e.g., Python).
• GitOps: Understanding of GitOps principles.
• Java & Maven: Experience with Java programming and Maven for builds.
• Core Principles: A mindset focused on automation, proactive monitoring, continuous improvement, and defining best practices.
• Must have willingness to travel
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must be able to attain a UK Security Clearance

• Hybrid working model with some flexible working
• Private Medical Health care via Vitality
• Pension contribution, Life Assurance
• Professional certifications supported as part of learning and development.
• A range of retail discounts to enhance your lifestyle, encompassing restaurants, supermarkets, travel, leisure activities and health and well-being services.
• Access to our Employee Resource Groups, our groups represent diverse backgrounds and provide a platform for colleagues to connect, learn, and support one another.

Job Description

Responsible for implementing and supporting improvements, efficiency, enhancing software quality, and accelerating delivery times. Having the shared responsibility between development/operations with a focus on people, process, and tools that take a unified customer/user focus. In a multi-disciplinary team with Development, QA, IT Operations, InfoSec, and UCD, all working together to achieve a common goal of applying best practice in DevOps.

• Extensive experience of DevOps tooling, containers and containerisation
• Communication: Ability to speak with stakeholders and be able to transfer business requirements into technical implementation
• Facilitate information/business knowledge: Able to act as a business SME and understand what the business needs and how to support this into an efficient DevOps team.
• Stakeholder Management: Able to negotiate and influence stakeholders to ensure the service runs effectively and efforts are placed correctly.

• 5+ Years working as a DevOps Engineer
• Strong knowledge of AWS, CI/CD pipeline creation and maintenance
• Experience using Terraform (infrastructure as code), Kubernetes and Helm
• Experience in Python
• Experienced with multiple ecosystem databases, architecture and integration
• Experience with monitoring tools to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Database Management: Experience with schema change management (e.g., Liquibase).
• Ability to write automation scripts in PythonKnowledge of GitOps principles
• Experience working within the public sector/central government is beneficial
• Must have a willingness to travel
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must be able to attain a UK Security Clearance

• Hybrid working model with some flexible working
• Private Medical Health care via Vitality
• Pension contribution, Life Assurance
• Professional certifications supported as part of learning and development.
• A range of retail discounts to enhance your lifestyle, encompassing restaurants, supermarkets, travel, leisure activities and health and well-being services.
• Access to our Employee Resource Groups, our groups represent diverse backgrounds and provide a platform for colleagues to connect, learn, and support one another.