Senior Software engineer (Python, AI-first startup)

Haystack People
Amsterdam, Netherlands
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
€7,500.0 - €10,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Clean Code Principles Artificial Intelligence Software as a Service Software Design Patterns Python (Programming Language) Software Architecture Software Engineering

Job description

A fast-growing Tech Scale-Up in the Amsterdam area. Their innovative platform helps B2B clients and local businesses boost their digital visibility, drive direct conversions, and maximize customer retention. Well-funded and preparing for their next growth phase, they are expanding their core engineering team with experienced engineers., * AI-First Engineering: AI is at the core of the development workflow. You will drive the majority of daily development using AI agents (e.g., Claude) to architect, write, and maintain clean, scalable software.

  • End-to-End Feature Ownership: You transform high-level product ideas into production-ready features. You ask the right questions, define edge cases, and deliver without needing step-by-step guidance.
  • Core Platform & SaaS Infrastructure: Work on vital ecosystem components, including e-commerce workflows, operational dashboard integrations, and system data synchronizations.
  • Architecture & Quality: Ensure long-term stability and maintainability by applying solid design patterns, scalable system architectures, and engineering best practices.

Requirements

  • Experience: Ideally 6-8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • Track Record: A history of sustained tenure at previous roles (2-3+ years per role) to demonstrate understanding of the long-term impact of architectural decisions.
  • Tech Stack: Strong foundation in software architecture and clean code. Experience with Python is a plus, but a strong, tech-agnostic engineering mindset is key.
  • Proactive Mindset: High agency, strong communication skills, and a bias for action.
  • Commitment: Looking for a full-time core role without side projects or external gig distractions.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive Compensation: €90,000 - €120,000 / €130,000 gross annual salary, depending on experience.
  • Equity / ESOP Program: Stock option plan with a standard 1-year cliff and 4-year vesting schedule, offering a sliding scale between base cash and equity upside.
  • High Ownership & Agency: Flat hierarchy with zero bureaucracy-if you see a problem, you have the backing to solve it.
  • Modern AI Tech Stack: Heavy integration with cutting-edge AI agents and tools to build faster and smarter.
  • Hybrid Work Flexibility: A minimum of 3 days/week on-site

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