Senior Python Software Engineer

Senior Python Software Engineer (Perm Italy Remote)

This is a permanent full time remote opportunity for those based in Italy.

About Nearform

Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts engineers and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences empower developers and deliver measurable results. In these ways we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.

Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems along with our collaborative people-first approach enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

Today our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon Puma Sun Life Starbucks Travelex Virgin Media 02 and Walmart.

As part of our Engineering function you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products.

Whether you are a Senior Engineer Tech Lead or DevOps Engineer you will collaborate with distributed teams leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality scalable solutions that solve real world problems.

About the Senior Python Engineer role

As a Senior Engineer at Nearform your main task will be designing & building applications using Python. However as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects your responsibilities may also include:

• Supporting component design development and maintenance and taking responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team.

• Assisting with defining structured practices especially in source code management building and deployment.

• Designing and implementing data storage solutions.

• Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability.

• Getting feedback from users and clients and building solutions for them.

• Assisting with the analysis of client requirements.

• Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.

• Collaborating with client teams.

What we are looking for in this person:

• Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years’ commercial experience.

• Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment.

• Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions.

• Deep knowledge of the Python language.

• Deep understanding of Python frameworks must include FastAPI and Pydantic.

• Deep understanding of versioning control tools - e.g. Git.

• Testing experience and familiarity with testing tools at all levels unit integration and end to end testing.

• Practical and real world experience working with databases and cloud environments.

• Experience with automation CI and CD.

• Experience building software collaboratively using pull requests and code reviews

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Professional proficiency in English.

Benefits & Perks:

• Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.

• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run no problem!

• Paid Time Off Package - We offer an annual leave of 28 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave marriage leave and many more.

• Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years you will have a budget of up to €1250 to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.

• Training and Development Allowance - We understand the importance of continuously learning so we offer an allowance of up to €1000 you can use to upskill yourself.

• Healthcare - Health insurance is provided for under the applicable national collective labor agreement (CCNL) and may be through the Fondo Est or QuAS.

• Pension & Insurances - We provide state pension + private pension with a match up to 1.55% and Death in Service cover for peace of mind.

Our Interview Process

Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom) An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background experience and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment.

Technical Assessment (1 hour via Zoom) A live coding challenge with one of our trained interviewers. You'll be asked to build a working solution to a problem via screen sharing demonstrating your Python expertise problem-solving ability and coding best practices in a real-time environment.

Hiring Manager Interview (45 mins via Zoom) A conversation with a Hiring Manager focused on your approach to teamwork client collaboration and problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join.

There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about building high-quality applications solving complex challenges and driving innovation in enterprise development we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence collaboration and continuous learning.

Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect inclusivity diversity and excellence.

If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.