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

• *About The Company**

Adecco is a global leader in workforce solutions, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with innovative organizations across various industries. With a rich history of delivering tailored staffing, outsourcing, and consulting services, Adecco prides itself on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment. The company emphasizes technological advancement and operational excellence to meet the evolving needs of its clients and candidates. Committed to sustainability and corporate responsibility, Adecco strives to create value for society while empowering individuals to achieve their career goals.

• *About The Role**

We are seeking a skilled Backend Engineer with expertise in Python to join our innovative analytics organization operating within the insurance and risk sector. This is a permanent position based in Bristol with a hybrid working model, offering an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge risk modeling platforms that leverage modern software engineering, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing. As part of our collaborative and highly skilled team, you will contribute to developing scalable backend services that directly influence underwriting and portfolio decision-making processes. Your work will support GPU-accelerated modeling pipelines, design robust APIs, and ensure system reliability and performance in a production environment. This role is ideal for a backend engineer passionate about data-intensive systems, cloud-native architecture, and high-performance computing, eager to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing organization.

• *Qualifications**

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, collaborative mindset, and relevant experience, including:

• 3-5 years of professional backend engineering experience with Python
• Strong proficiency with modern Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
• Experience working with relational databases like PostgreSQL and ORM tools such as SQLAlchemy
• Hands-on experience in cloud environments, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and clean code principles
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Desirable qualifications include exposure to GPU computing frameworks such as CUDA, CuPy, or Numba, experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, familiarity with Kubernetes or other orchestration platforms, and an interest in high-performance or numerical computing. Candidates with experience in insurance, finance, or analytics-driven environments will have an added advantage.

• *Responsibilities**

The successful candidate will take on a pivotal role in developing and maintaining backend services that support a next-generation risk modeling platform.

Key responsibilities include

• Designing, developing, and maintaining backend services in Python using modern frameworks like FastAPI
• Creating and managing RESTful APIs for internal platforms and third-party integrations
• Collaborating with data scientists and risk analysts to support GPU-accelerated modeling pipelines
• Optimizing backend systems for scalability, performance, and reliability
• Integrating backend services with underwriting, analytics, and portfolio management systems
• Supporting cloud-native deployment strategies within a GCP environment
• Writing clean, well-tested, and well-documented code adhering to best engineering practices
• Participating in code reviews, continuous integration, and deployment processes
• Working closely with cross-functional teams comprising engineers, data scientists, and domain experts to deliver high-quality solutions
• *Benefits**

Joining our organization offers numerous benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. These include:

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000, commensurate with experience and skills
• Hybrid working model with a Bristol-based team, offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Opportunities to work on technically challenging and impactful systems that influence real-world underwriting decisions
• Exposure to GPU acceleration, high-performance computing, and cloud-native architectures
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering innovation and continuous learning
• Professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and certifications
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension contributions, and paid time off

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe diversity enhances our innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our hiring practices are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs, ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment process for everyone.