Backend Software Engineer Python Data ML

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  • Mar 24, 2026
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) Remote UK to £75k

Are you a data savvy Backend Software Engineer with strong Python experience?

You could be progressing your career in as a hands-on Backend Software Engineer role as part of a friendly and supportive international team at a growing and hugely successful European car insurance tech company as they expand their UK presence.

What's in it for you:

As a Backend Software Engineer / Developer you will receive a competitive package:

  • Up to £75,000 salary
  • Flexible / remote working including flexible working hours
  • Ability to work 30 days from any EU country
  • Diverse, inclusive team environment with a range of support networks (e.g. LGBTIQA+, Women's Networking group)

Your role:

As a Backend Software Engineer you will play a key role in building the foundational platforms that enable Machine Learning at scale across all countries where the company operates. You'll design and develop reliable systems and shared capabilities that support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation to production, taking a lead role in developing platform tools, shared services and infrastructure.

Collaborating closely with product managers and stakeholders, including data scientists and ML engineers, you'll help to support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation and training to deployment and monitoring, continuously learning and stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools and industry trends to ensure the platform remains robust and future-proof.

There's a supportive, diverse environment where you'll have your voice heard.

Location / WFH:

The company is a big advocate of flexible working and prides itself on DEI; you can work from home anywhere in the UK; you can also work at times that suit you.

About you:

  • You have strong Python backend development skills
  • You have a deep knowledge of software design principles and architecture
  • You have experience of working with Machine Learning models and workflows in production environments
  • You have a good knowledge of software development practices like TDD and BDD, ensuring code is marked by quality, readability and maintainability
  • You have a good working knowledge of CI/CD, IaC, containerisation technologies
  • You have experience of working with messaging / streaming platforms (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) and designing relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL)
  • You're proficient with cloud-based systems (preferably AWS)
  • You're collaborative and pragmatic with great communication skills

Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) opportunity.