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Senior Product Engineer (Python & PHP)

Job Overview

Location

United Kingdom

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Software Engineering

Date Posted

May 21, 2026

Full Job Description

📋 Description

  • Senior Product Engineer role focused on building and scaling platform-level back-end services to enhance Data and AI capabilities for internal and external customers.
  • Day-to-day responsibilities include owning delivery of high-impact features, driving advanced testing, resolving critical system bugs, maintaining code quality through reviews, producing scalable code using design patterns, creating technical documentation, and collaborating with Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, QA, and Product teams.
  • Arbor Education is a mission-driven company transforming school management through MIS and school tools used in over 12,000 schools, aiming to reduce burnout and create joyful workplaces for education staff by turning data into actionable insights.
  • The role offers opportunities to lead technical excellence through mentoring, pair programming, tech talks, and workshops; influence technical roadmap and debt reduction; and grow as a technical leader while contributing to meaningful impact in education technology.

🎯 Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience building back-end Python-based services
  • Previous experience building features in PHP
  • Experience with enterprise solutions and large-scale systems
  • Proven experience managing large technical projects and delivering high-impact results with minimal supervision
  • Applies software engineering principles (e.g., SOLID, DRY) effectively and practices Test-Driven Development and clean code

🏖️ Benefits

  • 32 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Life Assurance paid out at 3x annual salary
  • Comprehensive wellness benefit via AIG Smart Health including 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, and counselling
  • Private Dental Insurance with Bupa
  • Dedicated professional development training budget (CPD courses, upskilling, memberships)

Skills & Technologies

Python
PHP
Senior
Remote
£75k-85k

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About Arbor Education 3

Arbor Education 3 is an educational organization focused on providing high-quality learning experiences. The company operates schools and educational programs designed to foster student growth and academic achievement. Their approach emphasizes innovative teaching methods and a supportive learning environment. Arbor Education 3 is committed to developing well-rounded individuals prepared for future success in higher education and their careers. The organization plays a role in the education sector by offering accessible and effective schooling options.

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