Python Developer

We are looking for a Python Developer to join our Edinburgh technical team and help us develop and maintain our various software modules for our dialogue system platform.

We are ideally looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

• 3+ years of programming experience with Python
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of algorithms, data structures, efficiency, concurrency, performance optimisation, object-oriented development and design patterns, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong experience in low latency, high throughput systems
• Experience in working in a micro-services architecture
• Good problem-solving skills
• Experienced in Git

The ideal candidate would have these additional skills:

• Computer Science Honours degree (2:1 or better) or another technical degree or postgraduate study. In lieu of degree, relevant skills and equivalent experience.
• 5+ industry experience as a Python  developer
• Experienced in working with databases (MongoDB or PostgreSQL)
• Experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Experience in asynchronous/reactive programming

Although not required, candidates with the following knowledge/skills will be highly considered:

• Experience in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing
• Experience in Kubernetes, Docker
• Experience in programming in any of the following languages: Java, C++