Senior Software Engineer ID48563, Oxfordshire

Senior Software Engineer (Contract)

Remote / Oxford (Flexible Hybrid)

£500 – £600 per day (Outside IR35)

3–6 Month Contract

We’re supporting an innovative deep-tech company developing AI-driven software within a highly complex scientific environment. They’re looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to help accelerate backend platform development as they continue to scale.

This is a hands-on contract role focused on building robust backend services, APIs, and scalable applications using Python. You’ll work closely with a highly technical engineering team, contributing across architecture, development, and delivery in a fast-paced environment.

What They’re Looking For

• Strong commercial Python experience
• Experience building APIs and backend services using FastAPI, Flask or similar
• Strong understanding of scalable software engineering and system design
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerised environments
• Comfortable working autonomously within distributed teams

Contract Details

• £500 – £600 per day
• Outside IR35
• 3–6 month contract
• Flexible remote working (occasional visits beneficial)
• High-impact technical work on cutting-edge technology
• Immediate start preferred

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client and our agency are committed to creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed. Skills, potential, and attitude are valued just as highly as direct experience.