Average Python Developer salary in the UK

Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services to recruit a Python Developer on an initial 12 month FTC basis. London based - hybrid working This role is primarily to provide AI integration support and guidance to a team of around 25 investment, operations and support personnel. We are in the early stages of this process so the role will be well positioned to help guide how the integration looks. The second function of the role is providing support, when needed, to the Python and SQL based reporting suite used by the operations team.RoleThe Python Developer will lead the AI integration project, focusing on data security and controls appropriate for the needs of the different teams within the businessTrain staff to use AI tools both efficiently and securelyWork with our outsourced IT provider to ensure that we stay up to date with developments in AI security and integrationEnsure the smooth running of existing Python/SQL reporting framework.The AI enablement Engineer will have experience with the following technologies/tools:Docker, Postgres, REST APIs, SFTP, WebsocketsOOP + Asynchronous Design PatternsPowerQuery/DAX/MIndustry standard libraries used in software development within finance (pandas, numpy, scipy etc)MS Graph* Experience with the following technologies is nice to have: NodeJSGrafanaVBAOpenAI APICross OS file sharesProfile The Python Developer will have experience with the following:Data processing and transformationReport maintenance/productionManagement of automated processesUse/management of virtual machinesInvestigation of reporting breaks/inconsistencies with an eye for detailThe ability to quickly adopt and use the stack of previous developersExperience with migrations is a nice to haveDevelop new reporting processes needed by the operations teamCompanyMarket leading financial services organisation Initial 12 month FTCGlobal presence with offices in London hybrid working Salary & BenefitsThe salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Backend Python Developer (AI) - Remote - UK - excellent opportunity to join this innovative and fast-growing AI tech. organisation!Skills/experience2+ years solid commercial Python coding experience (backend, API development would be great).Good understanding of Docker, and scalable distributed systems.An Agile mindset and Experience working in agile teams, using Github for CI/CD, branching, pull requests, and automated testing.Nice to have:KubernetesComfortable with VS Code, ideally with AI coding tools like Copilot or VS Code agents.Understanding/experience of cloud-native patterns, and scalable architecture.Experience with Azure’s native AI stack (AI Foundry, AI Search, Cosmos DB, AKS).Interest in experimenting with new AI frameworks and tools.RoleCode back end solutions confidently in Python, design and implement scalable architecture using cloud-native tools.Build and deploy AI-first features using Azure AI Foundry, Docker and AKS.Use Visual Studio Code (ideally with GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants)Collaborate in a tight feedback loop: branch, commit, pull, test, ship — all through Github.Write unit tests and ship quality code, not just quick fixes.Participate in sprints and daily stand-upsWhy joinAn excellent opportunity to join an incredible team, organisation - work lean, iterate fast, and learn quickly - perfect role for a Python Back-end Developer with an Agile mindset who is curious, flexible, collaborative, unafraid to try new things and help design and build their AI platform.

A leading commodities trading business is looking to hire a Junior Python Developer to join its front-office technology and analytics function in London.This role sits within a highly technical team supporting trading, risk, and quantitative analytics platforms across physical and derivatives markets. You'll work closely with traders, quants, and senior engineers on the development of modern data and analytics tooling used across the business.The environment is C# and Python-focused, with increasing adoption of cloud-native data technologies including Databricks, whilst also integrating with established quantitative pricing and risk platforms such as Numerix.This is an excellent opportunity for a junior engineer with strong Python fundamentals and exposure to data engineering or financial analytics to gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving commodities trading environment.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain Python-based analytics and data applicationsBuild and support Databricks workflows, notebooks, and data pipelinesAssist with integration of Numerix pricing and risk models into internal toolingWork with large market data and trade datasets across commodities productsSupport front-office users including traders, structurers, and risk teamsContribute to pricing, PnL, exposure, and risk reporting toolsImprove automation, data quality, and operational efficiency across the platformCollaborate with senior developers and quantitative teams on new analytics capabilitiesParticipate in debugging, testing, and production support activitiesTechnology EnvironmentPythonDatabricks / Apache SparkSQLPandas / NumPyGitREST APIsCloud technologies (Azure or AWS)Numerix (or equivalent pricing/risk platform)Jupyter / notebook-based analytics workflowsRequirements1-3 years' commercial Python development experienceStrong understanding of data structures and software engineering fundamentalsExperience working with data engineering or analytics toolingExposure to Databricks, Spark, or cloud-based data platformsUnderstanding of SQL and relational databasesExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsSTEM or Computer Science degree preferredNice to HaveExposure to commodities, trading, or financial marketsExperience with derivatives pricing or risk systemsKnowledge of Numerix or similar quant/risk platformsUnderstanding of ETL and data pipeline designExperience working in Agile delivery environmentsMcGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.