Alongside is a Portuguese company that partners with international organizations to build and scale exceptional tech teams.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior Python Engineer to join a project in the retail sector.
We are looking for a highly experienced engineer with a strong Python background and solid knowledge of infrastructure and cloud environments. This is a Principal-level position requiring strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Terraform.
Responsabilities:
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend solutions using Python.
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Build and maintain APIs using FastAPI.
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Take technical ownership of complex solutions, contributing to architectural and engineering decisions.
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Work closely with cloud infrastructure running on Microsoft Azure.
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Deploy and manage containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
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Work with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
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Contribute to the scalability, reliability, and performance of production systems.
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Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
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Apply software engineering best practices and contribute to high technical standards across the project.
Requirements
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12+ years of professional experience as a Python Engineer.
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Extensive hands-on experience with Python.
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Strong experience developing APIs with FastAPI.
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Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
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Strong hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
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Strong hands-on experience with Terraform.
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Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, containerization, and modern software architecture.
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Ability to operate at Principal Engineer level, taking ownership of complex technical decisions and solutions.
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Good understanding of software engineering best practices.
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
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Good level of English, both written and spoken.
Benefits
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Hybrid working model;
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Collaborative and international work environment;
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Opportunity to work on impactful software products and transformation projects;
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Exposure to modern technologies, tools, and development practices;
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Opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals across different countries and areas of expertise.