Python Backend Developer: Cloud-native & AI-Driven

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

14 weeks parental leave

Global recognition programs

Job summary

Novartis AG in Barcelona, Spain seeks a Python-focused software engineer to design backend services and scalable cloud-native apps for Finance. You will join cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions using AWS, Docker, and modern engineering practices.

Responsibilities include building APIs, integrating data science capabilities, and ensuring quality with automated tests and CI/CD. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least two years of professional experience developing software applications using Python.
• Strong experience building backend applications, microservices, and REST APIs.
• Good knowledge of SQL, relational databases, architecture, design patterns and clean coding.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, and containerized apps using Docker.
• Strong English communication skills in Agile software development environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, secure, high-performing Python applications and backend services.
• Build robust APIs connecting enterprise systems, databases, cloud platforms, and AI services.
• Integrate Data Science, ML, and AI capabilities into production solutions.
• Create reusable, well-tested software components using modern engineering and clean coding practices.
• Develop cloud-native applications using AWS and containerized technologies.
• Strengthen software quality through automated testing, code reviews, CI and CD.
• Collaborate across Finance, Data Science, Platform Engineering, and tech teams to deliver user-focused solutions.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

AWS cloud

Docker

Agile

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in CS/SE/IT

Tools

Docker

AWS

Job description

Novartis AG in Barcelona, Spain seeks a Python-focused software engineer to design backend services and scalable cloud-native apps for Finance. You will join cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions using AWS, Docker, and modern engineering practices.

Responsibilities include building APIs, integrating data science capabilities, and ensuring quality with automated tests and CI/CD. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive compensation.