Python​/Djano Developer; SC Cleared

Job Title

Contract Software Developer – Python & Django

Remote (UK-based) – Public Sector

£700 - £750 per day (inside IR35)

Until end of March 2025 (with potential for extension)

Active UK Security Clearance essential

A leading UK public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Contract Software Developer to enhance and modernise a critical national digital service. You will be responsible for developing and improving a core Python/Django server‑side application, ensuring robust integration with Postgre

SQL, and supporting the modernisation of legacy systems.

• Develop, enhance, and maintain a secure and scalable Python/Django application.
• Manage and optimise Postgre
  
  SQL databases, ensuring high performance and data integrity.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support the modernisation of legacy systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code following best practices.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and contribute to risk mitigation.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.

• Proven commercial experience with Python and Django framework.
• Strong expertise in Postgre
  
  SQL database design, optimisation, and management.
• Experience in maintaining, refactoring, or migrating legacy systems.
• Solid understanding of server‑side application architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in an Agile environment.
• Active UK Security Clearance (SC or above) is mandatory.

• Knowledge of public sector digital service standards (e.g., GDS).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or infrastructure‑as‑code tools.
• Previous work in secure or highly regulated environments.

• Competitive daily rate (£700‑£750) inside IR35.
• Opportunity to contribute to a nationally important digital service.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Clear project scope with well‑defined deliverables.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.