Python Engineer

About The Company

ECS Resource Group Ltd is a leading recruitment agency specializing in providing top-tier talent across various industries, including technology, engineering, finance, and more. Committed to connecting innovative organizations with highly skilled professionals, ECS Resource Group Ltd prides itself on its extensive network, industry expertise, and dedication to client satisfaction. The company values integrity, professionalism, and a proactive approach to recruitment, ensuring both clients and candidates receive exceptional service and support throughout the hiring process.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled SC Cleared Python Engineer to join our client's dynamic team on an initial 5-month contract. This fully remote position offers an excellent opportunity to work on developing and enhancing secure Python-based solutions within a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will focus on Python engineering, package management, CI/CD automation, and platform integration, working closely with engineering, security, and platform teams to deliver reliable and user-friendly tools for development teams. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in Python development, automation, and security compliance, looking to contribute to mission-critical projects within a secure environment.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Proven expertise in Python development, with practical experience managing packages, dependencies, and internal libraries using tools such as pip, PyPI, and Conda.
• Strong background in Python engineering, including package management and automation.
• Hands-on experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automation workflows, and artefact repositories.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies and the creation of reproducible development environments across Windows, WSL, Linux, and containerized platforms.
• Understanding of security protocols including SSO, RBAC, security scanning, and API integrations.
• Familiarity with SBOMs, provenance, and policy-as-code concepts.
• Current SC (Security Clearance) is mandatory for this role.
  
  

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities for this role include:

• Building and maintaining secure Python and package management golden paths to ensure consistency and security across development environments.
• Developing curated package repositories and implementing controlled publishing workflows to manage internal and external packages efficiently.
• Designing, developing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, reusable templates, and developer tooling to streamline deployment and integration processes.
• Integrating platform services with identity, security, and runtime environments to ensure seamless and secure operations.
• Developing automated onboarding processes and self-service capabilities to enhance developer productivity.
• Supporting reproducible development environments across multiple platforms, including Windows, WSL, Linux, and containerized solutions.
• Troubleshooting developer issues, reducing reliance on workarounds, and improving overall platform reliability, build success rates, performance, and supportability.
• Producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation and supporting knowledge transfer within the team.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to gather feedback, identify improvements, and continuously enhance platform capabilities.
  
  

Benefits

This role offers a competitive daily rate of 400-575 p/day inside IR35, along with the flexibility of fully remote working. The position provides an excellent opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a secure environment, gaining valuable experience in Python engineering, automation, and security compliance. The contract duration allows for substantial contribution to critical initiatives, with potential for future extensions or permanent opportunities. Additionally, successful candidates will benefit from a collaborative work environment, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to develop their skills within a reputable organization committed to professional growth and innovation.

Equal Opportunity

ECS Resource Group Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and fosters a culture of innovation and respect.