2x Python Developers – NHS OR Central Gov. experience is ESSENTIAL
Location:
Leeds 1-2x per Month
Contract Type:
Contract
Rate:
£500/day Inside IR35
Duration
: Until December Months)
Overview
We're working with a digital consultancy delivering modern, user-centred technology solutions within the
NHS.
They're looking for an experienced
Python Developer
who can help build and maintain scalable applications that directly improve public services.
You'll join a multidisciplinary team working in an Agile environment collaborating with designers, engineers, and data specialists to create impactful products used by thousands nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, test, and maintain
Python-based APIs and back-end services
.
* Work closely with front-end developers to integrate applications built in
.
* Deploy and manage cloud infrastructure on
AWS
, ensuring performance and security best practices.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across NHS or government projects to deliver robust, compliant solutions.
* Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following GDS and NHS digital standards.
* Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills
* Strong experience with
Python
(Django, Flask, or FastAPI).
* Experience building
front-ends or similar JavaScript frameworks.
* Proficiency with
AWS
(Lambda, S3, ECS, CloudFormation, etc.).
* Familiarity with
CI/CD pipelines
and automated testing.
* Understanding of
data security, governance, and accessibility
in public sector contexts.
* Proven experience on
NHS or central government
digital projects.
Desirable Skills
* Exposure to
GDS service design standards
.
* Experience with
Docker / Kubernetes
.
* Knowledge of
Terraform
or other IaC tools.
* Background working in
Agile / Scrum
environments.
* Previous experience with
API integrations
or
data pipelines
in healthcare or government settings.
Apply now or email for more information.