IT Platform Engineer (Python, Azure, Terraform)10799875

Itproposal; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Itproposal is seeking an experienced IT Platform Engineer to design, develop, and deploy robust software solutions in a modern Azure-based environment. You will apply IaC with Terraform, follow DevOps practices, and implement SOLID principles and DDD across the full software lifecycle.

The role requires 8–10 years in software/platform engineering, strong Python skills, and hands-on Azure services, with onsite work in Amsterdam.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of software/platform engineering experience.
• Strong Python, OO design, and software architecture expertise.
• Hands-on Azure cloud experience and Terraform IaC practices.
• DevOps, CI/CD, and incremental development methodologies.
• Knowledge of Data Governance and Unity Catalog.
• SQL and NoSQL databases; Cosmos DB a plus.
• Solid grounding in SOLID, patterns, and DDD.
• Familiarity with pytest, unit testing, and mocking.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain platform components with Python.
• Build and operate solutions on Azure and related cloud services.
• Implement Terraform IaC for automated provisioning.
• Apply SOLID principles, design patterns, and DDD in architecture.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases; Cosmos DB knowledge preferred.
• Ensure Data Governance practices like Unity Catalog.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines; support incremental delivery.
• Write robust tests with pytest and mocking tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for high-quality platforms.
• Participate in planning and design reviews.

Skills

Python

Object-oriented design

Software architecture

DevOps

CI/CD

SOLID principles

DDD

SQL/NoSQL databases

pytest

Tools

Terraform

Azure Cloud

Kubernetes

Job description

IT Platform Engineer (Python, Azure, Terraform)

Requirement ID: 10799875Location: Amsterdam, NetherlandsWork Mode: Complete OnsiteStart Date: 30 September 2026Duration: 6 MonthsStatus: OpenExperience Level: 8-10 YearsRate:NegotiableLanguage Requirement: English

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Platform Engineer with strong proficiency in Python and a proven track record in designing, developing, and deploying reliable software solutions. This role requires deep expertise across the full software development lifecycle—from planning and architecture to hands‑on coding, testing, and automated deployment.

You will work within a modern Azure-based environment, applying engineering best practices, DevOps principles, and Infrastructure-as-Code to build secure, scalable, and maintainable platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain platform components using Python and object‑oriented programming principles.
• Build and operate solutions on Microsoft Azure, including storage, networking, access management, and related cloud services.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform for consistent, automated provisioning.
• Apply SOLID principles, design patterns, and domain-driven design (DDD) in solution architecture.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB experience is a plus).
• Ensure adherence to Data Governance practices, including technologies such as Unity Catalog.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and support incremental software delivery.
• Write robust unit tests using pytest and mocking frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑quality, secure, and scalable platform solutions.
• Participate in planning, design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8-10 years of experience in software engineering or platform engineering roles.
• Strong proficiency in Python, object‑oriented design, and software architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Cloud services (storage, networking, IAM, etc.).
• Experience with Terraform and IaC best practices.
• Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and incremental development methodologies.
• Knowledge of Data Governance frameworks (Unity Catalog preferred).
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases; Cosmos DB is advantageous.
• Strong grounding in SOLID principles, design patterns, and DDD.
• Familiarity with pytest, unit testing, and mocking libraries.
• Ability to work onsite in Amsterdam.

Competencies

• Microsoft Azure
• Python Development
• Kubernetes (general familiarity)
• DevOps & CI/CD
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
• Software Architecture & Design Principles

Contract Details

• Start Date: 30 September 2026
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: Amsterdam (Onsite)
• Language: English