Key skills
AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPostgresPythonBashGCPGoogle CloudCI/CD
About this role
Role Overview
- Build and maintain backend services using Python
- Work with cloud infrastructure (primarily GCP, but exposure to AWS/Azure is relevant)
- Design and manage relational databases (Postgres or similar)
- Own and execute database migrations safely and efficiently
- Write automation scripts (Bash primarily) to support development and operations workflows
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and improve release processes
- Troubleshoot issues across application and infrastructure layers
- Collaborate with engineers, data teams, and platform specialists to deliver production-ready systems.
Requirements
- Experience building production systems using Python
- Exposure to cloud environments (GCP preferred, AWS or Azure also considered)
- Strong scripting ability (Bash)
- Experience with relational databases (Postgres or similar)
- Hands-on experience with database schema changes / migrations
- Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and system design
Tech Stack
- AWS
- Azure
- Cloud
- Google Cloud Platform
- Postgres
- Python
Benefits
- A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success.
- Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn’t 9 to 5, and balance matters.
- A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind.
- Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant.
- 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family-first policies so you can focus on what matters most.
- From courses to certifications, we’ll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what’s next.
- Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace.