187 Django jobs in the United Kingdom

Mid-Level Python/Django Developer

Remote-first | Ideally based in Scotland | Permanent Role

A growing tech startup in the sports membership space is looking for a mid-level Django developer to join as their first technical hire . The product has strong traction with well-known clients across the UK and demand is growing fast.

You'll be working directly with the founder (a solo developer), helping to rebuild and scale their customer platform. Part of the opportunity is to re-write parts of their platform for expansion into their US market.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Rebuilding and enhancing an existing platform
• Contributing to architecture decisions, feature development, and integrations
• Working closely with the founder in a fast-moving, startup-style environment
• Helping lay the foundation for a larger engineering team as the company grows
• Fully remote with occasional in-person meetups in Scotland

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience building web apps with Django and Python
• Able to work independently - no need for detailed specs or close supervision
• Strong communicator, comfortable in a remote-first setup
• Based in the UK (preferably Scotland , for occasional meetups)
• Bonus: interest in sports tech or golf - not essential

Why This Role?

• Shape how the platform evolves - both technically and strategically
• Backed by credible clients and real usage , not just ideas
• Clear route to growth and leadership as the company scales
• Support already in place for sales and customer success - focus on building

• Lead the design and development of backend services and APIs using Python and Django framework.
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and efficient microservices.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Conduct code reviews, ensuring code quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliver features.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and infrastructure.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and techniques.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
  The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 6 years of professional backend development experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or senior role. Strong proficiency in Python and the Django framework is essential. Experience with RESTful APIs, databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills are a must. Experience with asynchronous programming, message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka), and CI/CD tools is highly desirable.

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality backend services and APIs using Python and Django.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Implement and manage database solutions (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Integrate third-party services and APIs.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across the backend stack.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices in backend development.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.

• BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python and Django.
• Expertise in RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency with relational databases and ORM frameworks.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Understanding of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks (e.g., pytest).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working in a hybrid team.

Looking for an Affiliate Python/Django Tech Lead - 2 days a week in Leedsd.

6 month contract to start in September, up to £650 per day.

AND Digital are a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery and dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. We’ve been helping organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams since 2014.

We believe our work should always leave a legacy for the client. We do this through close relationships with our offices (or ‘Clubs’) so that our partners are always prioritised by a regional team close to them.

This unique model has driven success for our clients and ourselves, evidenced by our remarkable organic growth since 2014. Today we number more than 1,300 people with Clubs all over the UK and Europe with plans for global expansion in the next couple of years.

Join us - and help us fulfil our mission to close the world’s digital skills gap.

Role:  Python (Django) Tech Lead/Lead Dev

• Stabilise and optimise the backend to ensure the platform can handle rapid user growth (needs to be a hands-on coder).
• Lead design and implementation of scalable cloud architecture (AWS-based).
• Define and embed engineering best practices (CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, testing).
• Lead 2 other developers as part of a tight-knit team.
• Work closely with CEO/founder, AI Tech Lead and an ANDi Product Manager.

Key skills:

• Python (Django framework)
• Strong AWS / cloud infrastructure knowledge (including autoscaling, monitoring, and security).
• Integration/API engineering (Xero or similar SaaS APIs)
• Deep backend engineering expertise, with experience scaling SaaS products desirable.
• Ability to operate hands-on, in a fast paced start-up environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

Why join AND Digital?

We have three values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients, and our culture: what it feels like to work for AND. We believe collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation by creating a better environment for problem-solving.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At AND Digital we embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are actively recruiting for a diverse and inclusive workforce so want to ensure we do everything we can to support your application.

We want you to feel safe and empowered to let us know if you require any adjustments to be made to your application or interview process so please speak to our recruitment team.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and Django.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs for seamless data exchange.
• Optimize application performance and database queries.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the backend stack.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology choices.
• Deploy applications to cloud environments and manage CI/CD pipelines.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of professional backend development experience.
• Expertise in Python and the Django framework.
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and ORMs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Docker.
• Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with asynchronous programming is a plus.

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services using Python and Django.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Mentor junior backend engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proficiency in Python and the Django framework.
• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Proficiency with version control systems, such as Git.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.