Summary
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An experienced Python development role focused on designing, building, and delivering secure and scalable solutions for mission-critical environments. The position involves close client collaboration and requires UK security clearance and sole UK nationality due to the sensitive nature of the work.
Highlights
Opportunity to build secure and scalable mission-critical software within cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes innovation, learning and development, collaboration, and ownership while working on high-impact government technology.
Description
CGI’s Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit focuses on delivering contemporary and innovative technical solutions to government agencies tackling some of the most complex challenges.
We design, build, and operate bespoke, mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure.
We are looking for experienced Python Developers to join our cross-functional teams.
Working closely with our clients, you will help design, build, and deliver secure, scalable solutions in a highly rewarding and impactful environment.
CGI places strong emphasis on learning and development, ensuring your skills evolve alongside the latest technologies.
Our culture promotes innovation, collaboration, and ownership—ideal for motivated self-starters.
Due to the secure nature of the work, these roles require UK Security Clearance and sole UK nationality.
Candidates should either already hold DV clearance or be willing and eligible to obtain it.
Candidate Profile
As a Python Developer, you will contribute to the delivery of cloud-based, data-intensive systems.
Your responsibilities will include:
Designing, developing, and maintaining robust Python applications
Building scalable APIs and backend services
Working with large datasets and data processing pipelines
Contributing to system architecture and technical design decisions
Automating workflows and improving deployment pipelines
Maintaining and enhancing cloud-based environments (primarily AWS)
Supporting live systems and implementing enhancements when required
Collaborating with cross-functional teams in agile environments
We’re looking for individuals with a strong problem-solving mindset who can adapt quickly to evolving client needs.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
We are particularly interested in candidates with strong Python development experience, alongside exposure to some of the following:
Core Skills
Python (primary language)
Experience with frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
Cloud & DevOps
AWS (e.g.
Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS)
CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD
Infrastructure as Code (e.g.
Terraform)
Data & Integration
Working with large datasets and data pipelines
Tools such as Apache NiFi or similar integration frameworks
Scripting & Automation
Bash, Ansible
Monitoring & Logging
ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Grafana
Testing & Quality
Automated testing frameworks (e.g.
PyTest, Cucumber)
Code quality tools such as SonarQube
Experience across multiple areas is beneficial, but not essential.
A willingness to learn and contribute across the stack is key.
Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain, Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.
