Senior Python Backend Engineer in Netherlands at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Python Backend Engineer in Netherlands.

This role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a large-scale, mission-critical SaaS platform used daily by healthcare professionals across multiple countries.
You will work on high-impact backend initiatives, focusing on performance optimization, scalable architecture, and modern API development within a fast-growing international environment.
The position combines deep technical problem-solving with collaborative product development, offering the chance to shape the future of cloud-based healthcare technology.
You will play a key role in modernizing legacy systems, improving platform scalability, and building robust backend services using Python and Django.
The environment is fully remote, highly collaborative, and designed for engineers who thrive on ownership, innovation, and continuous learning.
This is an ideal opportunity for a builder-minded backend engineer passionate about scalable systems, clean architecture, and meaningful technology impact.

• Design, develop, and scale robust backend applications and services using Python and Django.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot complex scalability and system bottlenecks within a high-volume SaaS platform.
• Refactor and modernize legacy systems to improve maintainability, reliability, and long-term scalability.
• Build and maintain clean, scalable RESTful APIs that support frontend applications and third-party integrations.
• Conduct code reviews, implement automated testing practices, and contribute to high engineering quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and cross-functional engineering teams on architecture and system design decisions.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Implement security best practices, maintain technical documentation, and support compliance and operational stability.

• Strong professional experience as a Backend Engineer with Python, including advanced knowledge of Django.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining scalable SaaS applications in fast-paced environments.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture, API design, and software scalability principles.
• Experience refactoring legacy codebases and improving performance, maintainability, and reliability.
• Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Docker and containerized services.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, EKS, or App Runner is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies and collaborative engineering practices.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and code quality assurance processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a proactive, builder-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in distributed international teams.
• Full professional proficiency in both German and English.

• Fully remote work environment across Europe.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international SaaS company within the healthcare technology sector.
• Learning and professional development opportunities.
• Modern tools and resources to support productivity and innovation.
• Collaborative and diverse global team culture.
• Frequent company events and international team engagement initiatives.
• High-impact role with strong ownership and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible work environment that values autonomy, continuous improvement, and innovation.