Senior Python Developer - 10879827 NL

ITProposal

Amsterdam

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 140,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

ITProposal in Amsterdam, Netherlands is seeking a Senior Python Developer to design and develop scalable microservices and cloud-native applications using Python, FastAPI, Kafka, and Azure technologies within a SAFe Agile environment.

You will build RESTful APIs, implement event-driven solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade software. The role emphasizes DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration with Docker and AKS.

Qualifications

10+ years of professional Python development experience.
Proficient in FastAPI and microservices architectures.
Experience with Kafka and REST API design.
Strong CI/CD experience (GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps).
Containerization with Docker; orchestration with AKS and Helm.
Azure Cloud services and OCI experience; SAFe Agile environment.
Strong collaboration with stakeholders and agile teams.
Experience with Jira and Confluence for project tracking.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications and microservices.
Build high-performance REST APIs using FastAPI.
Develop event-driven solutions with Kafka.
Translate business requirements into technical specs.
Create user stories and participate in sprint ceremonies.
Develop and execute test cases to ensure quality.
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
Deploy and manage containerized apps using Docker, AKS, and Helm.
Support production deployments and post-implementation transition.
Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

Microservices

Kafka

REST API

CI/CD

Docker

AKS

Helm

Azure Cloud

SAFe Agile

JIRA

Confluence

Tools

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

OCI

Docker

Kubernetes

AKS

Helm

Job description

Senior Python Developer (FastAPI & Microservices)

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Employment Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: 1 August 2026
Duration: 6 Months
Experience: 10+ Years

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Python Developer to join a high-performing digital engineering team in Amsterdam. This role focuses on designing and developing scalable microservices, cloud-native applications, and enterprise solutions using Python, FastAPI, Kafka, and Azure technologies within a SAFe Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications and microservices.
Build high-performance REST APIs using FastAPI.
Develop event-driven solutions using Kafka.
Gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Prepare functional and technical specification documents.
Create user stories and participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, and spike creation.
Develop and execute test cases to ensure software quality.
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker, AKS, and Helm.
Support production deployments, cut-over planning, hyper-care, and post-implementation transition.
Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.

Essential Skills