Python + React Developer

Posted 19 January 2026
Salary Competitive
Job type Contract
Discipline Software Engineering
Reference75904
Remote working Remote

Job description

Python + React Developer

Location: UK (Remote)
Day Rate: Market Rate (Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: 6 months

Overview

We are seeking a talented Python + React Developer to join a fast-paced engineering team supporting ongoing digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, collaborative and proactive, with a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.

The Role

You will design, develop and support modern applications using Python and JavaScript frameworks, working with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions. You will play a key role in helping drive technical excellence, unblock delivery challenges and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering landscape.

Key Responsibilities

(Examples you can pick from—no duplication)

  • Collaborate with Solution Architects to shape technical solutions and contribute to design decisions

  • Work closely with engineering teams to build, test and deliver high-quality software

  • Lead and participate in planning, delivery and execution of internal and cross-functional projects

  • Act as a technical expert for platforms and services under development

  • Keep abreast of platform changes, tooling enhancements and industry trends

  • Champion modern development practices, automation and engineering standards

  • Identify and remove technical blockers to ensure steady delivery progress

  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical and security-related issues

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with technology, product and operational teams

  • Identify performance bottlenecks and recommend practical improvements

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong commercial experience with Python

  • Proficient in JavaScript frameworks, ideally React (Angular also considered)

  • Comfortable working in dynamic environments undergoing change

  • Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within distributed teams

  • Experience supporting modern digital delivery within agile environments

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

  • Familiarity with API design and microservices

  • Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker/Kubernetes)