Backend Engineer (Python, FastAPI/Flask/Django/GPU/CUDA)

Backend Engineer (Python, FastAPI/Flask/DjangoGPU/CUDA) Bristol (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 + Benefits PermanentThe OpportunityAn innovative analytics organisation operating within the insurance and risk sector is looking for a Backend Engineer to join their growing technology team in Bristol.This company builds advanced underwriting and risk modelling platforms that combine modern software engineering, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing. You'll join a collaborative, highly skilled team of engineers and data scientists working on systems that directly influence real-world underwriting and portfolio decisions.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Python backend experience who is excited by data-intensive systems, cloud-native architecture, and performance-driven engineering.The RoleAs a Backend Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and scaling backend services that power a next-generation risk modelling platform.You'll work closely with engineers and risk scientists to support GPU-accelerated modelling pipelines, design robust APIs, and ensure systems are reliable, performant, and production-ready.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain backend services in Python using modern frameworks (e.g. FastAPI)Design and implement REST APIs for internal platforms and third-party integrationsCollaborate with scientists to support a GPU-accelerated risk modelling engineOptimise backend services for scalability, ...