Senior Python Backend Engineer - Hybrid

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For an European institution in Brussels, Belgium, we are looking for a hybrid Senior Python Backend Engineer.

Candidates need to be based in Europe within 2 hours of Belgium.

Candidates need to be fluent in English. A work permit is required, but not provided. This position is open for contractors.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Architect server-side components and services that form the backbone of web applications, employing best practices in Python programming;
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems;
• Design, implement, and optimise database schemas and queries to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval processes;
• Manage database security measures to protect sensitive information, ensuring compliance with data protection standards;
• Enhance application performance by identifying bottlenecks and optimising server-side code and database queries;
• Implement scalable architectures to handle increased user load and data volume, leveraging cloud services and containerisation;
• Conduct regular code reviews and use vulnerability scanning tools to identify and address potential security issues;

Profile:

• Bachelor or Master degree;
• +9 years of experience in IT;
• Proficiency in Python and experience with web frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI;
• Experience with code linters and formatters (e.g., pylint, black, flake8) to enforce coding standards;
• Experience with AI-powered code assistants (e.g., Amazon Q, Github Copilot), staying updated with advancements in AI-driven code technologies that can streamline Python web application development;
• Strong understanding of RESTful design and implementation;
• Solid experience with relational (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and non-relational databases (e.g., Elasticsearch, MongoDB);
• Excellent knowledge of ORM, schema design, efficient queries;
• Expertise in containerisation tools like Docker, Podman and orchestration using Kubernetes;
• Knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., OWASP), secure coding practices and standards, including authentication, authorisation and encryption;
• Knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git or SVN;
• Knowledge of DevSecOps tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions (Continuous Integration / Deployment);
• Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible;
• Experience with VM management, Linux;
• Fluent in English;