Backend Python Developer

Are you proactive, analytical, highly adaptable, and thrive in cross-functional teams, quickly learning new technologies to tackle complex technical challenges?
Still there? Yes, this position is for you!

General Information:

• Start date: asap
• latest Start Date: 1.5.2026
• Planned duration: 31.12.2026
• Extension (in case of limitation): possible
• Workload: 100%
• Home Office: 2 days max. remote
• Team: ca. 10
• Working hours: Standard

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Provide agile software development services for the “Target Evaluator” project according to the project plan.
• Provide technical consulting services to support the project team.
• Develop and implement robust backend functionalities that meet defined business needs
• Design and implement APIs for the "Target Evaluator"
• Integrate with other applications, working out technical details independently with other teams
• Research and apply new data processing and analysis techniques
• Improve quality through performance evaluation, implementation of testing strategies, and tooling

Must Haves:

• Bachelor/Master degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematical Engineering, Information Systems, or Bioinformatics is preferred. Candidates with extensive professional experience in the field can also be considered.
• Python programming (5+ years)
• Experience in REST API design (3+ years)
• Some experience in ML engineering in e.g. life sciences
• Experience in CI/CD using GitLab
• Experience in GitOps
• Experience in Kubernetes for hosting of services
• Experience in implementing user interfaces
• Working in HPC environments
• Knowledge of LLMs and LLM-based multi agent frameworks
• Excellent communication skills in fluent English, both written and verbal
• Strong collaborative approach and a desire to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
• Proactive and analytical mindset for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical issues.
• High adaptability and a commitment to quickly learning new technologies and methodologies to meet evolving project needs and priorities.

We thank you for your application!