Python Lead Software Engineer
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting using Python to build and deliver trusted network metadata products. Develop secure high-quality production code, review and debug work from others, and drive team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality and delivery speed. Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors and internal teams to probe architectural designs, while managing communities of practice to drive awareness of leading-edge technologies. Identify opportunities to automate remediation of recurring issues and contribute to a culture of diversity, inclusion, and respect within the Common Tooling Platform Data Services team.
Required Qualifications
- Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts
- Proficient advanced experience developing in Python
- Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
- Advanced in one or more programming language(s)
- Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
- Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
- Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
- Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
- Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices
- Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
- Practical experience in cloud computing
- Knowledge of network protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize network performance and reliability
- Experience in configuring and managing cloud-based network services (e.g., AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, Google Cloud Networking)
- Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, Python) to streamline network operations
- Experience with both relational and non-relational databases (ideally MongoDB and Oracle)
- Proficiency in working with Linux operating systems, including scripting and basic administration tasks
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as Wireshark, Nagios, SolarWinds, or similar
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