Senior Python Developer Newcastle upon Tyne, Bulgaria

Senior Python (Django) Developer

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Why this role is exciting

Join a small, senior team shaping the next generation of classroom technology. This EdTech product is already in production, used by real teachers, and growing fast. You'll work directly with the CTO and experienced engineers to ship features that genuinely make a difference in education. You'll see your work move from prototype to production in days, not months - and you'll have a direct say in how the platform evolves.

What you'll get to do

• Build and own Django-based back-end services from design through deployment
• Collaborate closely with product and engineering leads on a live, growing EdTech platform
• Iterate fast based on real classroom feedback
• Influence architecture, performance, and developer experience in a high-impact environment

What we're looking for

• 3+ years recent, commercial Django experience (including Django REST Framework) delivering production APIs
• Solid Python engineering skills: testing, code quality, reviews, CI/CD
• Experience owning or leading technical workstreams in a product environment

Nice to have but not essential

• Practical LangChain experience integrating LLM services
• Some exposure to RAG concepts (indexing, retrieval)
• Familiarity with Azure OpenAI or AWS Bedrock
• Experience with PostgreSQL, Docker, and performance tuning
• Bonus: used Replicate or similar for image/document processing

What this role is really about

This is a hands on engineering role focused on production systems - not research or training models. You'll build reliable Django services that connect with existing LLM platforms and power real world learning experiences.

How we work

• UK-based, remote first, with a preference for people who can occasionally meet in person if needed
• Production mindset: join a live project and make an impact quickly

Interested?

Apply via this advert or book a chat:

Why join hedgehog lab?

• We've built a workplace where people love what they do and who they do it with.
• Rated in the UK on Clutch for mobile development
• A Great Place to Work - 93% of our team said so
• Flexa-certified with an 85% FlexScore for flexible working
• Advanced Good Work Pledge holders (North East)

How we support your growth

• Annual personal development budget
• Career frameworks and coaching support
• Impact Days - 5 days/year for learning, volunteering, or making a difference

How we support your wellbeing

• 2 wellbeing days/year (in addition to leave)
• Free therapy with Spill
• Bupa health cash plan (UK)
• Wellbeing budget
• Bippit (UK) - access to a financial coach and tools

How we stay connected

• Monthly payday socials
• Annual summer and Christmas parties
• Celebrations for cultural and team milestones

Work/life balance

• Work from anywhere: home, office, or hybrid
• Flexa-certified employer with 85% FlexScore
• Enhanced parental policies
• 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Open to alternate working patterns to suit you