Senior Python Backend Engineer - Remote, EdTech Impact

Software Search; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop of your choice

Remote-first with occasional Amsterdam

25 vacation days

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Software Search is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to help shape a new standard in education. You will work on our learning platform, focusing on feedback and content modules, while leveraging AI tooling for LLM workflows.

You should be proficient in Python, Django, and SQL, with 5+ years of backend experience and the ability to work independently. The role offers a remote-first model with occasional Amsterdam office days for team events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Independent problem-solver capable of delivering from concept to delivery.
• Able to communicate professionally in Dutch and English.
• Proficient in Python, Django and SQL for fast start.
• Experience with LLM workflows is a plus.
• Experience with Git workflows, GitHub Actions, Terraform and Azure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Further develop our learning platform by enhancing feedback and content modules.
• Leverage modern AI tooling to support LLM workflows with guardrails and grounding.
• Build robust and scalable backend using Python, Django and SQL.
• Limit time on legacy code; contribute to new projects.
• Participate in agile development with clearly scoped work and high-quality delivery.

Skills

Backend development

Python

Django

SQL

LLM workflows

Git workflows

Education

Strong academic foundation

Tools

Git workflows

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Azure

Job description

Software Search is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to help shape a new standard in education. You will work on our learning platform, focusing on feedback and content modules, while leveraging AI tooling for LLM workflows.

You should be proficient in Python, Django, and SQL, with 5+ years of backend experience and the ability to work independently. The role offers a remote-first model with occasional Amsterdam office days for team events.