Expert Tech Lead – Python & React

Pauwels Consulting; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model (2 days onsite Tue/​

Résumé du poste

Pauwels Consulting is seeking an experienced software architect to lead a specialized development team in Brussels. The role focuses on scalable, secure architecture and high-quality delivery, spanning backend in Python/Django and frontend in React, within an Agile environment.

You will drive technical directions, establish coding standards, and oversee deployments with Docker and CI/CD pipelines, while collaborating with English-speaking teams and, ideally, Dutch or French language exposure.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software architecture and system design.
• 8+ years of backend development with Python and Django.
• 8+ years of frontend development with React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• 8+ years of experience with Docker, Docker Compose, and CI/CD processes.
• 8+ years of data-driven application development with SQL and pandas.
• Experience in API development including REST, SOAP, and GraphQL.

Responsabilités

• Lead the technical direction and coordination of a specialized development team.
• Design complex systems with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Build and maintain robust backend services using Python and Django.
• Develop modern frontend interfaces using React.
• Establish coding standards and perform code reviews for technical excellence.
• Translate business requirements into technical implementations in an Agile environment.
• Manage deployments and automation using Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

Connaissances

Software architecture

System design

Leadership

Agile practices

Communication

Outils

Python

Django

React

Docker

CI/CD

SQL

pandas

Git/GitHub/GitLab

Description du poste

Our client, a major organization in the public safety sector, is looking for an experienced professional to lead the development of specialized software applications. The role involves guiding a technical team through complex architectural challenges while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions.

• Lead the technical direction and coordination of a specialized development team.
• Design complex systems with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Build and maintain robust backend services using Python and Django.
• Develop modern frontend interfaces using React.
• Establish coding standards and perform code reviews to ensure technical excellence.
• Translate business requirements into technical implementations in an Agile environment.
• Manage deployments and automation using Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

• 8+ years of experience in software architecture and system design.
• 8+ years of experience in backend development using Python and Django.
• 8+ years of experience in frontend development with React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• 8+ years of experience with Docker, Docker Compose, and CI/CD processes.
• 8+ years of experience in data-driven application development with SQL and pandas.
• Possess extensive knowledge of API development including REST, SOAP, and GraphQL.
• You have expertise in version control using Git, GitHub, and GitLab.
• You are proactive and solution-oriented with strong communication skills.
• You are fluent in English with active knowledge of Dutch or French.

Nice to Haves

• Willingness to obtain a security clearance.
• Passive knowledge of both Dutch and French.

• Start date: 01/11/2026
• Duration: 2 months plus extension
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid (2 days onsite on Tuesday and Thursday)
• Contract: Open to both permanent employees and freelancers