IT Platform Engineer - Python

GeekSoft Consulting; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Mode

Dutch benefits package

Job summary

GeekSoft Consulting is seeking an Experienced IT Platform Engineer / Application Programmer to join the Data Access Layer team in Amsterdam. You will design, develop, test, and deploy reliable Python applications and APIs using FastAPI, with containerization via Docker and Kubernetes, and manage CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps.

You will work across the full SDLC, implement IaC with Terraform, and integrate with Kafka for messaging while maintaining high availability and performance in a

Qualifications

• Strong Python expertise across the full software development lifecycle.
• Experience building APIs with Python and FastAPI.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.
• Experience with Terraform and IaC.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps.
• Experience with Kafka and application integration.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and Bash scripting.
• Knowledge of software engineering fundamentals and testing (pytest).

Responsibilities

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.
• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.
• Ensure resiliency and availability of products.
• Collaborate with DevOps and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Contribute to technical discussions and team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure

Azure DevOps

Kafka

PowerShell

Bash

SQLAlchemy

Pydantic

asyncio

pytest

APIs

Agile/DevOps

Databricks Unity Catalog

Tools

Databricks Unity Catalog

Git

Job description

GeekSoft Consulting | Fixed Term Employment

Amsterdam, Netherlands | Posted on 09/22/2026

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.
  
• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.
  
• Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.
  
• Be a productive member of the team.
  

Requirements

• Experienced IT Platform Engineer / Application Programmer to join the Data Access Layer team.
  
• Strong expertise in Python and experience across the full software development lifecycle, from solution design and development to testing and automated deployment.
  
• Design, develop, test, and deploy reliable and scalable applications using modern software engineering practices.
  
• Develop applications and APIs using Python and FastAPI.
  
• Build and maintain solutions using SQLAlchemy, Pydantic, asyncio, and pytest.
  
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and support automated deployment processes.
  
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes for application containerization and orchestration.
  
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
  
• Develop and support applications on Microsoft Azure, including Azure DevOps.
  
• Work with Kafka and support application integration and messaging requirements.
  
• Use PowerShell and Bash for scripting and automation.
  
• Apply coding standards, best practices, code reviews, and automated testing to maintain high code quality.
  
• Design solutions with high availability, scalability, and reliability requirements in mind.
  
• Collaborate with DevOps and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
  
• Contribute to technical discussions, share expertise, and support continuous improvement across the team.
  
• Proven experience as an IT Platform Engineer or Application Programmer with strong Python expertise.
  
• Hands-on experience with FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Pydantic, asyncio, and pytest.
  
• Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals and CI/CD principles.
  
• Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
  
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
  
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps.
  
• Experience with Kafka and application integration.
  
• Proficiency in PowerShell and Bash scripting.
  
• Good understanding of application infrastructure and solution design.
  
• Experience working with Databricks Unity Catalog.
  
• Experience developing and supporting applications with high availability requirements.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
  
• Experience working in Agile/DevOps teams.
  
• Strong team-player mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and expertise.
  

Fixed Term Employment Contract

Work-Life Balance

Flexible Work Mode

What GeekSoft Consulting Offers

• International, collaborative consulting culture with clear career development paths.
  
• Comprehensive Dutch benefits package emphasizing well-being, mobility, and career growth.