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Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python AI SaaS) London onsite to £130k

Are you a backend technologist who has expertise with Python looking for an opportunity to work on complex and interesting AI based systems?

You could be progressing your career at a growing tech start-up as they expand their UK presence (already highly successful in the US); the product is an AI driven intelligent video security that can be integrated to current systems and enables things like searching for particular people and licence plates.

As a Backend Software Engineer you will be instrumental in helping the company to scale its current platform and have responsibility for large parts of the backend code base. You'll design and implement APIs, databases and data pipelines, taking ownership of delivery of features and debugging issues.

You will be the first Python hire within the business, you'll be collaborating with C++ Engineers, the Front End team and Machine Learning Engineers and can shape your role as it progresses and the company continues to grow.

Location / WFH:

You'll join a small, growing team based in Bank, London onsite five days a week, working hours between 1000 and 1800.

About you:

You're a skilled Software Engineer / Developer with a thorough knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals such as OOP, Data Structures, Design Patterns You have advanced level Python coding skills You have a good knowledge of databases such as Postgres and Redis You have experience of scaling a product to a large global user base You have experience of building and optimising APIs You're a senior engineer with experience of leading technical projects It would be advantageous to have experience with Edge / IoT computing You're keen to work in a start-up environment where you can make a real impact You are degree educated in Computer Science or similar relevant discipline from a top tier university (Oxbridge / Russel Group)

What's in it for you:

As a Backend Software Engineer you will earn a competitive package:

Competitive salary to £130k Equity shares Medical, Dental and Optical insurance Continuous career development Opportunity to be a founding member

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