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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Backend Engineer - **Company:** LEVY PROFESSIONALS - **Location:** Amstelveen, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Spring Framework, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, Transaction Data, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Restful APIs, Serverless Computing - **Published:** June 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ee80b714ba1567d8 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Scalability?, * Python Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with Python, showcasing a deep, fundamental understanding of the language. * API Development: Extensive hands-on experience building scalable APIs using both Python and Java. * Complex Ecosystems: Proven track record of working in complex, enterprise-level environments requiring integrations with multiple internal teams and external third-party partners. * Messaging & Queues: Experience working with event-driven systems and queuing technologies., * Tech Stack Adaptability: A Java-competent engineer who is enthusiastic about contributing heavily to Python projects (or vice versa). * Cloud-Native Mindset: Sound technical knowledge or practical experience with major cloud providers (e.g., Azure) and containerized deployments. * Continuous Improvement: A critical thinker who challenges the status quo, champions best practices, and always aims for architectural improvements. * Collaboration & Location: A strong team player comfortable working in a multicultural team. This is a hybrid position requiring you to meet with the team at the client's office in Amsterdam once or twice a week (must be based in or near the Netherlands). ## Description A highly skilled and collaborative Backend Engineer with deep Python expertise and solid Java experience. In this role, you will join an international team working to enhance a high-impact financial management feature for a leading financial institution. You will help millions of users gain clear insights into their personal finances through intelligent transaction categorization and subscription management., As a Backend Engineer, you are responsible for the end-to-end development, deployment, and scalability of backend services that power personal finance insights., * Write clean, maintainable, and highly efficient code, working across Python and Java. * Build and manage APIs using Python and Java frameworks. * Leverage cloud infrastructure and modern messaging systems to process transaction data at scale. * Collaborate closely with frontend teams and external partners to deliver a seamless user experience., * Design, build, and maintain robust backend APIs using Python and Java. * Develop and optimize event-driven services utilizing queuing systems. * Deploy and manage applications within a cloud environment using cloud-native services and containers. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including internal frontend developers, API consumers, and external vendors. * Ensure code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and solid engineering practices. ## Related Videos - [Rest API Antipatterns](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100208-rest-api-antipatterns) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [REST In Peace: Why LLMs Can't CRUD](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100272-rest-in-peace-why-llms-can-t-crud) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) ## Related Articles - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development)