Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer (Python): Developing and scaling features for a global food supply chain platform with an accent on backend architecture, database performance, and system reliability. Focus on building pragmatic solutions, taking ownership of project lifecycles, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a fast-growing team.

Location: Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Netherlands. Role is hybrid with 3 days per week in the Amsterdam office.

Company

A fast-scaling software company transforming global food supply chains by building a transparent and sustainable network for food safety and compliance.

What you will do

• Refine, improve, and implement new features and capabilities into the core platform.
• Collaborate with team members to shape and guide projects at every stage of development.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by taking initiative on technical enhancements.
• Act as a reliable sparring partner for the engineering team.

Requirements

• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Netherlands.
• 3+ years of experience in backend development.
• 3+ years of experience with Python.
• Strong experience with SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Proficiency with Python testing frameworks like Pytest.

Nice to have

• Experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Experience with AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, Lambda, S3).
• Experience working in agile teams using SCRUM.
• Modern frontend development experience, preferably with React.

Culture & Benefits

• Clear progression paths into senior roles with personal development budgets.
• Ownership and autonomy over technical solutions.
• Vibrant team culture featuring hackathons, team events, and bootcamps.
• Central Amsterdam office with a rooftop terrace and travel compensation.
• Flexible work options with a hybrid schedule.