Software Engineer

Software Engineer (Python / Django / React)

Brussels Belgium
Full-time Hybrid (2 days onsite)
May 2026 December 2026

Working within a specialized law-enforcement environment focused on combating cybercrime terrorism organized crime and large-scale criminal activities. Contributing to the development of digital tools that support operational investigations and data analysis.

Role Overview

Joined a team of four developers responsible for building and maintaining a Python-based application using Django designed to support operational workflows and data-driven investigations. The project follows Agile methodologies and is deployed within a fully on-premise infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed and maintained features for a Python/Django application supporting operational needs.
• Translated user and stakeholder requirements into technical solutions.
• Built and maintained front-end components using React HTML CSS and JavaScript.
• Designed and implemented REST SOAP and GraphQL APIs.
• Ensured data quality integrity and reliability in application workflows and databases.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in an Agile development environment.
• Managed deployments and development environments using Docker and Docker Compose.
• Contributed to CI/CD pipelines and version control workflows using Git-based tools.
• Assisted in troubleshooting and optimizing system performance.

Technologies & Tools

• Front-end: React HTML CSS JavaScript
• Back-end: Python Django
• Data & Analytics: SQL Pandas
• APIs: REST SOAP GraphQL
• DevOps: Docker Docker Compose CI/CD pipelines
• Version Control: Git GitHub GitLab
• Infrastructure: On-premise systems
• Web Servers (plus): Nginx Apache
• Cloud (optional): Azure

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Software Development IT or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience developing Python applications using Django.
• Strong understanding of full-stack development principles.

Languages

• English (professional working proficiency)
• Dutch or French (active knowledge preferred)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Innovative mindset with attention to detail
• Proactive and team-oriented approach