Lead Python Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Lead Python Engineer (Python/FastAPI): Developing and maintaining backend services and scalable REST APIs for an international engineering environment with an accent on architecture decisions and software delivery. Focus on building reliable microservices, mentoring developers, and ensuring high engineering standards.

Location: Must be based in Brussels or Paris (Hybrid: 8 onsite days per month)

Company

hirify.global is a delivery consultancy providing specialized engineering talent for international projects.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.
• Design scalable REST APIs and microservices.
• Contribute to architecture and technical design decisions.
• Support code reviews, mentoring, and the implementation of engineering best practices.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and containerized applications.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders across the project.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional Python development experience.
• Strong experience with FastAPI and REST API development.
• Proven track record of building scalable backend systems in production environments.
• Proficiency with testing frameworks such as Pytest.
• Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD environments.
• Previous experience in technical leadership or mentoring roles.
• Location: Must be based in Brussels or Paris.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of async programming and concurrency in Python.
• Exposure to Terraform or Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB.

Culture & Benefits

• International engineering environment focused on modern backend development.
• Hybrid work arrangement with limited onsite requirements (8 days per month).
• Opportunity to drive technical direction and architectural decisions.
• Engagement on a long-term contract basis (9 months with potential extensions).