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Lead Python Engineer

Okta Resourcing
Edinburgh
5 months ago
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This is an exceptional new position for a Lead Python Engineer with a global Data Analytics company who have developed an independent platform which provides both management and measurement of converged TV campaigns


This is a key position with impressive potential for growth and impact, where you will take an active role in architectural product design and development decisions. The person in this role will work daily with the most advanced technologies in software development, high scalability, and big data so they need an exceptional Software Engineering Team Leader to join them on their adventure and to guide and support their talented Engineers


You’ll be asked to:

  • Set the standard for your team by leading both technically and operatively.
  • Lead your team in an environment where there’s no code ownership and full-stack development is the norm and in alignment with a dynamic product roadmap.
  • Provide innovative solutions to complex business challenges.
  • Be able to be hands-on when needed and do code reviews with the team
  • Participate in designing and developing products and lead your team members in doing so.
  • Work with product managers to define, prioritise and finalise features.
  • Play a key role in the growth and advancement of your team members
  • Nurture a culture of engineering excellence with a focus on people, quality and inclusivity.


You should have experience of:

  • Python and/or JavaScript/Typescript or another Functional Language
  • Linux in a production environment – an advantage
  • Cloud technologies
  • SQL (advantageous)
  • Spark (advantageous)
  • Docker/Kubernetes – advantageous )
  • Developing online, cloud based SaaS products.
  • Leading and building scalable architectures and distributed systems
  • Working in an agile, lean software development environment


This is a pragmatic and humble organisation who are looking for like minded people to help them deliver their revolutionary technology.


In return for sharing your talent and dedication, they offer a Competitive salary, RSU’s, great benefits and annual leave together with a position of value within the organisation from day one, and the chance to have a key role in creating a product which will play a defining role in the continuously evolving converged TV sector.

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