Software Engineer - Python Backend
Design, deliver, and own backend services that keep our core running
At Schuberg Philis, we don’t just deliver IT solutions, we design, build, and run mission-critical systems that our customers rely on every single day. From infrastructure to cloud-native platforms, every layer of technology is crafted with one goal in mind: uncompromising reliability and excellence. We take pride in working shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, ensuring their most vital operations run smoothly, no matter how complex the challenge.
We are looking for an experienced Backend Python Engineer who can work in the core of our organization with a tightly knit and small DevOps team to deliver business value using modern cloud technologies and a DevOps way of working.
As a backend software engineer, you will join our existing "backbone team", responsible for the digital core of Schuberg Philis, and improve its software development capabilities, working closely with internal stakeholders in sales, finance, and people planning. You will work daily within a DevOps team where your colleagues will expect you to maintain a wide overview while guarding aspects like quality, security, and planning.
Our ideal colleague is someone who has experience with:
Python (expert level, with solid understanding of architectural patterns)
FastAPI and SQLModel
RESTful API design and system integrations
AWS (security, performance, and reliability best practices)
AWS CDK and infrastructure-as-code
GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines
Writing production-ready, testable, and maintainable backend code
Strong understanding of security practices and cloud architecture principles
Taking ownership of code from development through deployment and operations
Affinity for mentoring mid-level developers in a self-steering context
Fluency in Dutch required
Nice to have:
AWS platform certification
Experience with commercial or financial systems
Familiarity with ERP integrations (AFAS, Dynamics, or similar)
Background in building internal platforms or tooling
Experience working in self-steering or holacratic environments
Understanding of subscription, pricing, or billing systems
Everyone we work with and consider working with has a right to equal treatment. The hiring and appraisal process at Schuberg Philis is designed to be thorough and equitable, implementing fair payment, benefits, and opportunities across all demographics.
It is our desire to be a company that brings together multiple nationalities, cultures, religions, genders, abilities, and talents within and across our teams. We welcome colleagues from diverse backgrounds to join Schuberg Philis and actively support diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.
