Senior Python Developer-

Job Title: Senior Python Developer (810 Years Experience)

Amsterdam Netherlands (Onsite)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6 Months

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Developer to join our team in Amsterdam. This role is ideal for a highly analytical and proactive professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and can independently drive solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will play a key role in designing developing and supporting scalable applications while also contributing to agile delivery processes and innovation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Work independently with minimal supervision in a collaborative team environment
• Gather requirements and translate business needs into functional and technical solutions
• Design solutions and prepare functional/technical specification documents
• Lead agile ceremonies including sprint planning backlog grooming retrospectives and spike creation
• Develop and maintain user stories and ensure smooth sprint execution
• Prepare and execute cut-over and deployment plans
• Drive post-implementation hyper-care support and transition activities
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

• 810 years of professional experience in Python development (development support projects)
• Strong proficiency in Python FastAPI and Microservices architecture
• Experience with Apache Kafka
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably Azure and OCI)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps
• Strong experience with containerization tools such as Docker AKS and Helm
• Proficiency in writing and executing test cases
• Experience with Agile frameworks (SAFe Agile) and tools like Jira and Confluence

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strategic and innovative mindset
• Strong business acumen
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

What Were Looking For

• A self-driven professional with a proactive solution-oriented mindset
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Someone who can bridge the gap between business and technology