Senior Full Stack Developer – Python & Google Cloud Platform

Pauwels Consulting; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Résumé du poste

Pauwels Consulting is seeking a senior backend engineer to drive architectural decisions and implement AI-driven automation. You will shape core services in Python, build scalable cloud-native apps, and lead CI/CD practices in a hybrid, Brussels-based setting.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to define technologies and ensure sustainable, high-quality code across multiple projects, with a focus on security, scalability, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• 8+ years backend development with Python, FastAPI, Celery, SQLModel and Pydantic.
• 8+ years on Google Cloud Platform including GKE, Compute Engine, BigQuery and Cloud SQL.
• 8+ years DevOps/CI/CD with Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Helm, Docker and GitLab CI/CD.
• Extensive experience with PostgreSQL, SQLAlchemy and Alembic.
• Deep knowledge of JWT, IAM and Secret Manager for security and identity.
• Proficient with REST APIs and AI model usage such as Vertex AI or Pydantic AI.
• Strong Linux admin skills: Nginx, VPC networking and Wireguard.
• Structured, proactive self-starter with high integrity and fluent English.

Responsabilités

• Lead the technical build of APIs, data platforms, and overall architecture with internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a senior advisor to choose technologies, tools, and architectures per project.
• Deploy best practices to ensure scalable, high-quality modular code.
• Develop and maintain Python web services and robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement AI-based regression testing and provide insights for business analysis.
• Automate internal tasks and create custom solutions for risk and data analytics teams.

Connaissances

Python

FastAPI

Celery

SQLModel

Pydantic

Google Cloud Platform

GKE

Compute Engine

BigQuery

Cloud SQL

Kubernetes

ArgoCD

Helm

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

PostgreSQL

SQLAlchemy

Alembic

JWT

IAM

Secret Manager

REST APIs

Vertex AI

Pydantic AI

Linux

Nginx

VPC networking

Wireguard

English

Outils

Kubernetes

ArgoCD

Helm

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

PostgreSQL

SQLAlchemy

Alembic

Vertex AI

Description du poste

Our client, a leading innovation lab and accelerator focused on digital B2B trade solutions, is seeking a senior expert to drive technical excellence. The role involves shaping core architecture, implementing AI-driven automation, and building scalable cloud-native applications in an autonomous environment.

• Lead the technical build of APIs, data platforms, and overall application architecture in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Act as a senior advisor to define the most effective technologies, tools, and architectures for various projects.
• Deploy best practices systematically to ensure sustainable scalability and high-quality modular code.
• Develop and maintain Python-based web services and robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement AI-based regression testing and provide technical insights for business analysis.
• Automate internal tasks and create custom technical solutions for risk and data analytics teams.

• You have 8+ years of backend development experience with Python, FastAPI, Celery, SQLModel, and Pydantic.
• You possess 8+ years of experience with Google Cloud Platform, including GKE, Compute Engine, BigQuery, and Cloud SQL.
• You bring 8+ years of expertise in DevOps and CI/CD using Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Helm, Docker, and GitLab CI/CD.
• You have extensive experience with data and integration tools such as PostgreSQL, SQLAlchemy, and Alembic.
• You possess deep knowledge of security and identity management including JWT, IAM, and Secret Manager.
• You have experience with REST APIs and the programmatical usage of AI models like Vertex AI or Pydantic AI.
• You're experienced in Linux system administration, Nginx, VPC networking, and Wireguard.
• You're a structured self-starter with a proactive approach and a high level of professional integrity.
• You are fluent in English.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with frontend development using TypeScript, Next.js, and NPM.
• Knowledge of Wordpress administration and theme development.
• Experience with data architecture or a background in B2B trade.
• Active knowledge of Dutch or French.

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: 4 months
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid (Remote options available)
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers.