Job Title: Lead Python Software Engineer
Location: Newcastle (Hybrid WFH Available)
Salary: Up to 75,000 + benefits
KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions is proud to partner with a leading innovator in the smart industrial automation sector. Due to sustained growth and exciting new projects, our client is expanding their software development team and is now seeking a Lead Python Software Engineer to play a critical role in designing and delivering scalable, real-time software solutions.
The Role: As a Lead Python Software Engineer, you will take ownership of core backend development efforts, leading a small, agile team. You will be instrumental in architecting and building software systems that interface with real-time data sources and power intelligent automation platforms. This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll balance technical delivery with mentorship and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable backend systems using Python and microservices architecture
- Oversee code quality, testing, and DevOps practices to ensure continuous delivery
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including hardware engineers and data scientists
- Mentor and support junior developers and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture
- Implement software solutions for real-time data processing in an industrial environment
- Drive adoption of best practices in CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and system monitoring
Key Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience developing production-grade applications in Python
- Working knowledge of C for system integration and legacy support
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and containerization
- Proficient in Linux environments for development and deployment
- Hands-on experience with DevOps tools, ideally in an Azure cloud environment
- Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills
Desirable:
- Background in industrial automation, IoT, or embedded systems
- Familiarity with protocols used in industrial environments
- Experience with modern data pipelines or event-driven architectures
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working hours and hybrid options
- Career growth in a cutting-edge technology environment
- A chance to influence and shape the direction of next-gen automation platforms
To apply, please contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions or send your CV directly to us today.