Software Engineer

Hybrid UK | 2 Days per Week Onsite We're supporting a leading technology business in the search for a Python Software Engineer to join their team on an initial 12-month contract. Working on an innovative video streaming platform, you'll help maintain and enhance existing products while contributing to new project initiatives within a collaborative Agile environment. What you'll be doing Developing, testing, and maintaining Python applications across the full software development lifecycle.Working with existing codebases to troubleshoot, debug, and implement enhancements.Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams and stakeholders.Supporting integrations, connectivity, and cloud-connected applications.Contributing to a product that operates across video streaming and edge-computing environments. What we're looking for Strong commercial Python development experience.Experience across development, testing, code quality, and solution design.Ability to work within and improve existing codebases.Good SQL and database knowledge.Understanding of system integrations, APIs, and connectivity.Basic Linux experience.Strong networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and general connectivity concepts.Experience working within Agile teams. Nice to have Video streaming, multimedia, FFmpeg, GStreamer, WebRTC, or related technologies.Edge computing, embedded systems, or resource-constrained device development.Backgrounds in Automotive, ADAS, Telematics, or similar technology sectors. Additional Information Initial 12-month contract with potential extension up to 15 months.Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday mandatory).Some flexibility may be considered for candidates based further from the office.Interview process consists of up to two stages, including a live technical assessment (no take-home exercise).Candidates available immediately or on up to one month's notice are preferred. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.