Python Developer
Backend developer (12-month fixed-term contract) at a professional services firm in Birmingham, working on migrating an on-premise finance system to the cloud. Day-to-day involves designing and building integration solutions with Azure Service Bus, Logic Apps, and Python-based Function Apps, plus supporting data migration and documentation.
- Compensation
- £55K / yr
- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Demonstrated background in building integrations for large-scale enterprise environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a critical thinking mindset
- In-depth knowledge of Azure Service Bus, including topics, queues, and relays
- Effective team collaborator, able to work closely with stakeholders, developers, and project leads
- Skilled in developing Function Apps using Python for system connectivity
- Solid understanding of best practices and design patterns for enterprise integrations
- Hands-on experience using Logic Apps to automate processes and link applications
- Proficient with Microsoft technologies such as Azure and SQL Server
- Familiar with techniques for data mapping, validation, and transformation
- Competent in designing and managing APIs, particularly with REST and SOAP protocols
Full description
Overview
Backend Developer | Birmingham | 12 Month FTC | £55,000
Peaple Talent have partnered with a brilliant professional services firm looking to recruit a Backend Developer.
The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering a particular project, a strategic initiative to transition our client’s current finance system from an on-premise set up to a cloud-based platform.
This position involves designing and building integration solutions using tools such as Azure Service Bus, Logic Apps, and Function Apps developed in Python to facilitate smooth data flows across systems.
Additionally, you will support the Senior Systems Developer with data migration responsibilities, depending on workload and priorities. Success in this role requires a practical, hands-on approach to integration development, effective communication with stakeholders, and strict alignment with our client’s technical guidelines and security protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build system integrations utilizing Azure Service Bus and associated tools.
- Take on additional responsibilities as required by the Data Engineering Manager to support team goals.
- Develop and manage Python-based Function Apps to support the integration of various systems.
- Collaborate with the project manager to identify and mitigate risks associated with integration work.
- Implement Logic Apps to streamline workflows and ensure efficient communication across platforms.
- Share expertise within the team to enhance collective knowledge and build sustainable capabilities.
- Provide support to the Senior Systems Developer on data migration tsks, depending on availability.
- Prepare and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation covering all integration components.
- Ensure all integration work is delivered on time and adheres to established quality benchmarks.
- Uphold organizational security and technical compliance standards throughout development activities.
- Engage with stakeholders to define, clarify, and document technical requirements for integration projects.
- Assist in shaping architecture and delivery of scalable, enterprise-level integration solutions.
Key Experience Required
- Demonstrated background in building integrations for large-scale enterprise environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a critical thinking mindset.
- In-depth knowledge of Azure Service Bus, including topics, queues, and relays.