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Senior Software Engineer - Python

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Hybrid
London, England
Senior level
Hybrid
London, England
Senior level
Design, build, and operate backend services and APIs across the full SDLC. Implement, test, deploy, monitor, and support production systems on AWS. Collaborate with engineers, product, and data scientists to deliver reliable, data-focused solutions and communicate technical trade-offs to stakeholders.
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Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries.

Job Description

We are looking for a Backend Senior Software Engineer to help design, build, and operate backend systems. Reporting into our Engineering Director, you will work on production software used by customers and partners, and your work will have an impact on the reliability, usability, and evolution of our platform.

Responsibilities:

  • You will own the full Software Development Lifecycle, from understanding requirements and contributing to design decisions through to implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring, and production support.
  • Design, build, and operate backend services, including APIs, integrations, reporting, and data-focused systems.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineers, Product, and Data Scientists to shape solutions and support data-driven product capabilities.
  • Manage systems in production, including monitoring, debugging, and continuous improvement.
  • Deliver changes frequently and safely, balancing speed with high quality and reliability.
  • Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Qualifications

  • Solid backend experience using Python in production and experience building and running backend systems end to end.
  • Experience building and operating systems on AWS.
  • Experience practising Test Driven Development (TDD) and a strong appreciation for automated testing.
  • Experience with pair programming or other collaborative development practices.
  • The ability to explain technical concepts and trade-offs clearly to different audiences.

Additional Information

Benefits package includes:

  • Hybrid working - 40% office based
  • Great compensation package including discretionary bonus
  • Core benefits include pension, bupa healthcare, sharesave scheme and more
  • 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave.

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's people first, inclusive and purpose driven culture is multi award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2025 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 26 countries to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or explore our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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