Developer (Python/FastAPI)

London, England, United Kingdom

12/12/2024

• Are you torn between the excitement of start-ups and the stability of corporate life?
• Are you curious, and do you want to keep learning whilst getting real business building experience?
• Do you want to be an integral part of a thriving business disrupting the market it operates in?
  
  

About Us:

We are an innovative and fast-paced product start-up focused on transforming the way the government drafts Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) with Generative AI at its core. Our team consists of data scientists, web developers, DevOps and product designers. As we prepare to take our product to market, we’re looking for a passionate and driven python developer to join our team.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Python server developer with 2-5 years of experience who will take ownership of our deployment cycles, manage the codebase, and contribute to the overall product development. This role is critical to our success as we scale and improve our solution, and you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our product.

Key Responsibilities:

• Codebase Management: Own and manage the codebase, ensuring it is robust, maintainable, and scalable.
• Deployment: Oversee deployment cycles, ensuring smooth, secure, and efficient delivery of our product to the market.
• Development: Collaborate with the team to build high-quality, reliable code using Python and FastAPI.
• Best Practices: Advocate for and implement best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Product Contribution: Work closely with the team to contribute to product features, UX improvements, and overall product strategy.
• Innovation: Leverage your experience to suggest and implement improvements that drive product innovation.
  
  

Essential Requirements:

• Proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI
• Worked in a senior role for at least 1-2 years
• Be able to effectively design APIs and database / object schemas
• Owned deployment cycles in the past
• Willingness to work in a fast paced startup environment
• Willingness to learn new technologies and wear multiple hats to help improve the product
• Understanding of cloud services and environments
• Ability to communicate effectively - to technical and non-technical audiences
  
  

Preferred requirements:

• Knowledge of large language models and their application in real-world solutions.
• Understanding of data science fundamentals, machine learning, and their application in product development.
• Experience with preferably AWS or any other cloud service
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Cutting edge of technology: You will learn how to use the latest technologies to solve real world problems.
• Impactful Work: You'll be working on a product that directly impacts and improves the lives of children and families, while helping reduce strain on local authorities.
• Ownership: As a key member of our team, you'll have the autonomy to manage the codebase and contribute significantly to our product.
• Growth Opportunities: We're a start-up, so your contributions will directly influence our success, offering significant growth potential.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a small, dynamic team where your ideas and expertise will be valued.
  
  

Be a part of the Blenheim Chalcot group: This product is a part of a larger ecosystem of start-ups, scaleups and thriving businesses. Here you can get access to training and experts from other portfolio companies to contribute to your growth.

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