Python ML Engineer


Location: Glasgow (onsite 3 days per week)
Duration: 12-months
Day rate: £450 PAYE


We are seeking an experienced Python ML Engineer to join a global enterprise technology team supporting critical infrastructure and automation initiatives within a leading financial services environment.


In this role, you will design and develop scalable automation solutions focused on workload orchestration, backup abstraction, and self-service capabilities delivered through REST APIs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams and subject matter experts across backup, storage, database, and UNIX environments to help shape future-state architecture and migration strategies.


The ideal candidate will have strong Python development expertise combined with experience building reliable, enterprise-grade applications using modern technology stacks. You should be comfortable working in both greenfield and legacy environments and capable of solving complex technical challenges independently.


Key requirements include:
* Strong Python programming skills
* Experience with machine learning technologies
* Hands-on experience with message queue technologies such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Celery
* Proven ability to build REST API services
* Excellent debugging and analytical problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities


Desirable experience includes:
* Kubernetes or OpenShift
* UNIX or Windows systems administration
* Storage technologies including SAN, NAS, or S3
* Backup and data protection platforms such as Veritas NetBackup
* Perl scripting


Please apply today to be considered


McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.