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!