Python Developer/ Backend Developer/ Senior Software Engineer - AI Startup (London, Hybrid)
Location:
London (Hybrid – 1-2 day per week in office)
Package:
£70k–£130k + equity
We are partnered with a fast-growing AI startup building a cutting-edge product that redefines what’s possible in engineering. To accelerate their growth, we’re looking for a talented
Python Developer / Software Engineer
to join our London team and help build scalable, production-grade AI systems and tools.
The Role
As a Python Developer, you’ll be a key part of our core engineering team, developing backend systems, APIs, and data pipelines that power our AI products. You’ll collaborate closely with machine learning engineers and DevOps to turn research ideas into robust, production-ready applications. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the engineering foundations of a pioneering AI company.
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain high-performance backend systems in Python
Develop and optimize APIs, data processing pipelines, and integration layers
Collaborate with ML engineers to deploy and scale AI models into production
Requirements
3–6 years of experience as a Python Developer / Software Engineer
Strong Python skills with experience in frameworks such as FastAPI
Solid understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns
Strong foundation in Computer Science (BSc/MSc from a top university)
Desirable: experience with AWS, frontend skills
Startup experience is a plus
Why Join Us?
Be part of a pioneering AI startup with global impact
Collaborate with world-class engineers and ML researchers
Hybrid model, 1-2 days a week in our London office
Competitive salary + equity