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# IT Platform Engineer - Python

- **Company:** GeekSoft Consulting
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Integration Architecture, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Code Review, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Data Access Layer, Software Engineering, SQLAlchemy, System Availability, Fastapi, Pytest, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Terraform, Docker, Databricks
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5894769773

## About the Role

* Experienced IT Platform Engineer / Application Programmer to join the Data Access Layer team.
 * Strong expertise in Python and experience across the full software development lifecycle, from solution design and development to testing and automated deployment.
 * Design, develop, test, and deploy reliable and scalable applications using modern software engineering practices., * Proven experience as an IT Platform Engineer or Application Programmer with strong Python expertise.
 * Hands-on experience with FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Pydantic, asyncio, and pytest.
 * Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals and CI/CD principles.
 * Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
 * Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
 * Experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps.
 * Experience with Kafka and application integration.
 * Proficiency in PowerShell and Bash scripting.
 * Good understanding of application infrastructure and solution design.
 * Experience working with Databricks Unity Catalog.
 * Experience developing and supporting applications with high availability requirements.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
 * Experience working in Agile/DevOps teams.
 * Strong team-player mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and expertise.

## Description

* Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.
 * Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.
 * Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.
 * Be a productive member of the team., * Build and maintain solutions using SQLAlchemy, Pydantic, asyncio, and pytest.
 * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and support automated deployment processes.
 * Work with Docker and Kubernetes for application containerization and orchestration.
 * Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
 * Develop and support applications on Microsoft Azure, including Azure DevOps.
 * Work with Kafka and support application integration and messaging requirements.
 * Use PowerShell and Bash for scripting and automation.
 * Apply coding standards, best practices, code reviews, and automated testing to maintain high code quality.
 * Design solutions with high availability, scalability, and reliability requirements in mind.
 * Collaborate with DevOps and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
 * Contribute to technical discussions, share expertise, and support continuous improvement across the team.


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