Your new company and role A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Python Software Engineer to join their Glasgow-based engineering team on a 6-month contract (with potential for extension). This role is focused on enhancing observability and telemetry capabilities within a large-scale, strategic trade and risk platform. You'll be working on-site five days per week in a collaborative, engineering-led environment using a modern open-source stack. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience developing software in Python(essential) Exposure to Golang, Kafka, or Kubernetes (desirable) Familiarity with observability tools such as OpenTelemetry, Grafana, Splunk, or similar Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team Excellent communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What you'll get in return Day rate of £550-£600 through Umbrella Opportunity to work on a modern, cloud-native tech stack A chance to contribute to a high-impact platform used across global business units Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays ...