London, England, £60000 - £75000 per annum + bonus + stock
Job Type: Permanent
Managed by: Open Source Team
Backend Python Engineer (Web Scraping AI ML). Opportunity for a talented and driven Backend Python Engineer to take on a challenging role within a hugely successful start-up that uses Artificial Intelligence to harness knowledge for strategic, competitive advantage.
As a Backend Python Engineer you will be working within the web scraping area of the business that harvests content from 500+ sources within seconds utilising AI technologies, Python and scraping tools. You'll work closely with the Architecture team and Front End team to create backend code and APIs which will interface with front end systems and applications.
Based in London you'll be joining a friendly and supportive team within a successful company that has huge financial backing. You can benefit from a range of perks including shares which increase annually and flexible working (2 - 3 days from home).
Requirements:
- Very good Python backend coding skills
- Understanding of what web scraping is and what tools are used (Scrapee highly desirable)
- Degree educated in Computer Science or similar (2:1 and above)
- Self-sufficient and able work independently and use initiative
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Desirable: Docker, Kubernetes, Neo4j
As a Backend Python Engineer you can expect to earn a competitive salary (up to £75k) plus a 10% bonus, stock options and benefits.
Apply today or call to have a confidential discussion about this Backend Python Engineer role.

REF: BB/18093/A/AT/220422_1650612516