What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Python Engineer position at William Hill?
You will be part of the team developing the next generation of Grand Parade’s Sportsbook platform. Through innovation we aspire to delight with world class gaming experiences. We are bringing the very best in e-Commerce practices to the Sportsbook sector.Our developers are responsible for the development of the new features and updates for our customers.They also work improving and modernising our software product to ensure we offer a performant, scalable and secure product.What you will be doingOwn and ensure non-functional requirements such as scalability, performance, monitoring, maintenance, security, and usabilityTake initiative and ownership to drive tasks to completion and overcome roadblocks with positivity and creativityLead technical and functional discussions within the Scrum team and gain deep knowledge of the systemFunctionally testing all developed code to a very high standard to enable QA to test efficientlyProvide support for production issuesMentor and assist more junior team members to help develop their skills and ensure the high quality outputsDesign and develop code with performance optimisation, extensibility and maintainability in mindWho we are looking forWe are committed to responsible gambling, and we are looking for people who can support our ethos. To apply to this post, you will:Have solid experience with Python, MySQL & LinuxExperience in version control systems, ideally GitExceptional analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to adapt to a fast-paced development scheduleExperience in Kafka, ActiveMQ (or other messaging platforms), Docker, AWSWhat we offerOur roles offer more than just a job, you’ll become part of the Grand Parade family! We have created an environment where our people can thrive. Check out some fantastic benefits on offer:Financial: You'll be compensated a competitive base salary and benefitsLife Assurance: Safeguarding your financial future and offering peace of mind with a company-sponsored life assurance planWell-Being events: Including workshops, webinars; Psychological Helpline for you and your loved ones; access to psychological platforms such as UnmindSocial activities: We love a chance to share knowledge and have fun, coordinating meetups, quality questions events and hackathonsFree parking: You’ll have access to underground parking space for cars, motorcycles and bikesOther perks: Fully paid Multisport pass or MyBenefit cafeteria points, employee referral program, and an extra day off for your birthday. We also offer free English and Polish classes for our colleagues!More about Grand ParadeWe’re a business that embraces change and progress. With a rich history behind us, we’ve learned a lot and have led the industry in many ways. Now part of evoke, we are marking a new sense of purpose, direction and ambition for the business.Our culture is all about creating great experiences, for both our customers and our people. You’ll benefit from flexibility and trust. We’ll give you the space to be yourself and the tools you need to protect our customers while they play. We’ll invest in your future to help you develop your unique strengths and build a career that’s right for you. By investing in you, we’ll raise our game. Across all that we do, we aim for excellence, encourage creativity, and have fun.ApplyAt Grand Parade, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion for the benefit of our company, employees, and communities. We foster a welcoming and safe workplace that values all forms of diversity and provides opportunities for growth. We win together by working as one inclusive team to achieve great things.So, what’s next? The first step in the recruitment process is to submit your online application, which will be followed by an initial screening call with our Talent Acquisition team, and if successful, you will then be invited to interview.Apply today to kickstart your application with the Grand Parade family!
