Full job descriptionPython 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.