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Lead Python Software Engineer
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Lead Python Software Engineer
Location: Newcastle (Hybrid WFH Available)
Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits
KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions is proud to partner with a leading innovator in the smart industrial automation sector. Due to sustained growth and exciting new projects, our client is expanding their software development team and is now seeking a Lead Python Software Engineer to play a critical role in designing and delivering scalable, real-time software solutions.
The Role: As a Lead Python Software Engineer, you will take ownership of core backend development efforts, leading a small, agile team. You will be instrumental in architecting and building software systems that interface with real-time data sources and power intelligent automation platforms. This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll balance technical delivery with mentorship and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable backend systems using Python and microservices architecture
Oversee code quality, testing, and DevOps practices to ensure continuous delivery
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including hardware engineers and data scientists
Mentor and support junior developers and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture
Implement software solutions for real-time data processing in an industrial environment
Drive adoption of best practices in CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and system monitoringKey Skills and Experience:
Proven experience developing production-grade applications in Python
Working knowledge of C# for system integration and legacy support
Strong understanding of microservices architecture and containerization
Proficient in Linux environments for development and deployment
Hands-on experience with DevOps tools, ideally in an Azure cloud environment
Excellent problem-solving and leadership skillsDesirable:
Background in industrial automation, IoT, or embedded systems
Familiarity with protocols used in industrial environments
Experience with modern data pipelines or event-driven architecturesWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working hours and hybrid options
Career growth in a cutting-edge technology environment
A chance to influence and shape the direction of next-gen automation platformsTo apply, please contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions or send your CV directly to us todayBefore You Apply
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