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 monitoring Key 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 skills Desirable: Background in industrial automation, IoT, or embedded systems Familiarity with protocols used in industrial environments Experience with modern data pipelines or event-driven architectures What'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 platforms To apply, please contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions or send your CV directly to us today! ADZN1_UKTJ