We are looking for a Python Backend developer to join our data science and software development team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing in-house software solutions using a microservice-based architecture. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior developers.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document user requirements and functional specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Translate requirements into scalable, high-performance, and reliable software architecture (supported by a senior developer or architect).
• Develop server-side applications using event-driven or request-driven architectures.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and feedback.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies to maintain cutting-edge in-house solutions.

Expected Profile

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in software development.
• Proven experience in Python application development.
• Strong understanding of threading, multi-processing, and asynchronous programming.
• Good grasp of software design patterns and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with Python web frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, etc.).
• Experience in writing test code (Pytest).
• Experience with Apache Airflow.
• Knowledge of message bus technologies (Kafka, RabbitMQ), caching systems (Redis), and databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Cassandra, S3, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with DevOps (Jenkins, OpenShift), Docker containers, and version control (Git, GitLab).
• Basic knowledge of network topologies and their impact on software design.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.
• 20% Homework possible (1/5)

Job Type: Freelance
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 30/06/202

• Gather and document user requirements and functional specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Translate requirements into scalable, high-performance, and reliable software architecture (supported by a senior developer or architect).
• Develop server-side applications using event-driven or request-driven architectures.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and feedback.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies to maintain cutting-edge in-house solutions