Python Developer – HYBRID

Job Overview

Job Title

Python Developer

Location: Hybrid (Hubs in Oxford & Bristol)

Who We Are

Here at Imaginera, we create solutions to meet our client challenges across a focused marketplace of Insurance, Reinsurance, and Insurance Linked Securities. We set ourselves apart from our competition by being technically at the top of our game with the unique ability to also communicate directly with our clients, understanding their complex business requirements.

Having spent eight years creating bespoke solutions for our clients, we then diversified into a consultancy and product business. Our first product, Orca, was released in 2020 and has a busy roadmap ahead of it. We are a vibrant company with around 70 employees. Our journey so far has been an exciting and fast one – we don’t have any plans to slow down. So, if you’re excited by growth and opportunity and want to be a part of it, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

We are looking for an Python Developer to join our growing development team, helping to design, develop and maintain high quality applications across our clients. You would also be required to collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement effective solutions.

Required Skills

Our ideal candidate will have:

Strong proficiency in Python (3.x)Experience using data manipulation libraries. Experience implementing python unit testing frameworks with dockers.Experience in deploying and maintaining solutions in AWS using Github Actions.Commercial C# and .NET experienceExperience in designing and implementing RESTful APIsExperience with version control systems (preferably Git) and associated CI/CD toolingFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira

Desirable Skills

Multi-tier architecture and design patternsGood understanding of the full software development lifecycleExperience in reinsurance or capital marketsExperience with Azure technologies such as Azure AppsAwareness of security best practices in application development

Personal Skills

Excellent communication skills with all stakeholdersGood organisation, planning and time managementAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent problem-solving abilityA strong desire to learn and explore new technical challenges

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience.

Imaginera Culture & Benefits

We believe in creating an environment where people can thrive and reach their potential and succeed in everything they do. Teamwork and communication are key to our business, and we support our Teams to achieve high standards. Our business is unique in the market it operates, which means you will learn commercially and technically – mentoring and coaching are an integral part of our business.

In addition to a welcoming and supportive culture, we offer:

Competitive salary 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidaysContributory Pension SchemePrivate Medical Insurance with the option to add family membersFlexible Working HoursCycle to Work SchemeA Wellbeing Team & Mental Health First AidersYearly paid time off allowance for medical appointments in addition to holidayFree Yoga SessionsRegular Team and Company EventsEmployee referral bonus