Backend Python Engineer — Cloud, AI & Data (Hybrid Barcelona)

Novartis AG; Sabadell; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition

Hybrid work

Parental leave

Job summary

Novartis AG in Barcelona, Spain, is hiring a software engineer to design and develop Python backend services. You will build scalable, secure APIs, connect enterprise systems, and integrate ML capabilities on cloud platforms such as AWS with Docker containers.

The role requires 2+ years of Python experience, strong SQL, and English communication in Agile contexts. Relocation not offered; hybrid work and global benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in CS/SE/IT or equivalent.
• At least two years of professional Python software experience.
• Experience building backend apps, microservices and REST APIs.
• Strong SQL knowledge and relational databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, and Docker containers.
• Excellent English communication; experience in Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, secure Python applications and backends.
• Build APIs connecting enterprise systems, databases, and cloud platforms.
• Integrate Data Science and ML capabilities into production solutions.
• Create reusable software components with clean coding practices.
• Develop cloud-native apps using AWS and containerized tech (Docker).
• Enhance software quality via automated testing, CI/CD, and reviews.

Skills

Python

Backend development

Microservices

REST APIs

SQL

English communication

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / IT

Tools

Docker

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Job description

Novartis AG in Barcelona, Spain, is hiring a software engineer to design and develop Python backend services. You will build scalable, secure APIs, connect enterprise systems, and integrate ML capabilities on cloud platforms such as AWS with Docker containers.

The role requires 2+ years of Python experience, strong SQL, and English communication in Agile contexts. Relocation not offered; hybrid work and global benefits are provided.