Django Developer

Job Title: Django Developer

Location: London, City / Hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

A leading professional services organisation is seeking a skilled Django Developer to join their Digital Transformation team. As a key player in the development of innovative products, you will contribute to revolutionising the way auditors and accountants work. With a focus on automation, data-driven insights, and analytics, this role offers a unique opportunity to work in a small, autonomous team with mentorship from experienced developers and data scientists.

About the Role:

As a Python Developer, you will be responsible for accelerating the creation of our core product suite, automating repetitive tasks, and enabling accountants to focus on high-value work. This position provides a chance to work on a wide range of technologies, including frontend interfaces, backend API layers, and analytics/data processing engines. You will lead projects independently, mentor junior developers, and solve complex challenges related to data and presentation in accountancy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a small team of developers on daily code reviews and merge requests
  
• Develop across the entire product stack, including frontend, backend, and analytics/data processing engine
  
• Lead projects independently, from requirements gathering through to deployment
  
• Mentor junior developers to support their technical growth
  
• Solve complex challenges related to data and presentation in accountancy
  
  Essential Skills & Expertise:
  
  
• At least 3 years of experience as a full-stack developer, delivering robust production-ready solutions
  
• Proficiency in Python, Django, JavaScript, React, Next.js, and Git
  
• Comfortable working with Python and JavaScript professionally, with experience in Django and React
  
• Ability to build data-intensive applications and manage complex backend logic, including external API integrations
  
• Experience in creating responsive user interfaces that function across browsers and mobile devices
  
• Capable of working independently and taking ownership of technical projects
  
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
  
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills under tight deadlines
  
  What We Offer:
  
  
• Opportunity to work in a small, autonomous team with mentorship from experienced developers and data scientists
  
• Chance to work on a wide range of technologies and contribute to the development of innovative products
  
• Professional development through paid courses, on-the-job mentoring, and opportunities to attend relevant meetups and industry events
  
• Collaborative and innovative work environment with a professional yet relaxed culture
  
  Keywords: Python Developer, Digital Transformation, Full-stack Developer, Python, Django, JavaScript, React, Next.js, Git, Data-intensive Applications, Backend Logic, API Integrations, User Interfaces, Responsive Design, Autonomous Team, Mentorship, Professional Development, Innovative Products, Accountancy, Auditing, Finance