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As a Backend Developer at PwC, you'll build and improve innovative digital products used by colleagues and clients, such as data-heavy applications and AI/agentic solutionsYou'll deliver features end-to-end, from translating designs and user stories into working software, to testing, deployment support and continuous improvement. You'll join a self-steering agile team with backend, frontend, design and product ownership, where you can take ownership of software that matters.
What will you be doing?
You'll become part of an agile,team, working hybrid from our offices in Amsterdam andor Utrecht The team collaborates with various tech teams in the different Lines of Service. Together with your team, you're responsible for creatingnew solutions from ideation to production with a strong focus on (Agentic) AI This means you're involved in developing new features, integrating systems, and scaling and improving solutions, all with the aim of quickly delivering innovative digital products without compromising on quality.
Your work will include:
Developing backend functionality for innovation products, primarily with Python (Django and/or FastAPI).
Translating designs and user stories into working software
Delivering features end-to-end, including testing and deployment support
Building and maintaining components, APIs, integrations and backend services
Integrating frontend components with backend APIs and data services
Writing clean, secure, maintainable and scalable code
Writing unit tests and supporting integration/regression testing
Performing peer reviews and contributing to overall code quality
Supporting troubleshooting, bug fixing and performance improvements
Identifying technical risks, dependencies and improvement opportunities
Contributing to CI/CD, DevOps practices and Agile/Scrum events
Documenting technical decisions and implementation details;
You'll work closely with the Product Owner, Business Analyst/Designer, Tester and Tech Lead.Some projectsyou might be prototyping a brand-new idea from scratch, or you could befurther developing existing products orexploring how agentic AI can solve a real business problem or need.
Does this describe you?
To have a differentiating impactyou'll be user-centric and critical in your thinking and approach. You enjoy solving technical challenges, collaborating with others and taking ownership of your work, and you know how to work effectively in cross-functional, agile teams. You are not uncomfortable with ambiguity, are flexible to changing priorities and have a curious, experimental mindset.
What you bring (must-haves):
Minimum of 3years of software development experience
Bachelor's level of working and thinking in a relevant field
Strong knowledge of Python, with solid experience in Django and/or FastAPI
Solid understanding of backend development, Good understanding of REST APIs, databases (SQL)
Experience with AI, LLMs, or agentic solutions.
Experience with unit and integration testing
Familiarity with Git, pull requests and code reviews
Experience with Docker and containerized environments
Experience mentoring or advising peers on development practices
Experience working in Agile/Scrum (and/or SAFe) environments
Knowledge of security best practices and development standards
Ability to independently deliver features based on functional designs
Good analytical, communication and collaboration skills
A proactive mindset and comfort working with changing requirements
Nice to have:
Experience with vector databases.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experience with Azure (AKS, Azure DevOps) or similar cloud environments.
Familiarity with frontend frameworks (React or similar frameworks)
Experience or additional knowledge related to Data Science or Data Architecture
Whatwe offer
With us,you’llhave the chance to be yourself,perform atyour best in a high-performance organization, and grow within our global network.We offer you, among other things:
A competitive salary based on your experienceand the opportunity to advancequickly;
Amotivating work environment where collaboration with ambitious colleagues and recognition for your contributions arecentral;
A wide range of tailored training focused on professional growth and leadershipdevelopment;
Access to various mobility providers via one convenient app(OV);
30vacation days and the optiontopurchaseadditionaldays;
At PwC, your well-being is our priority.That’swhy we offer a personal well-being budget to help you grow in physical and mental health, as well as access to the well-being platformOpenUp;
You’llwork on challenging and meaningful client projects, usecutting-edgetechnology such as AI tools, learn from the best, and receive support through coaching. Together, we work as an inclusive team to make a realimpact;
Flexibility through hybrid working,including a fully equipped home office and a monthly net expense allowance for internet and other costs.
Curious about what elsewehave to offer? Discover all employment conditions and extras on our website
Getting started at PwC
Are you interested in this vacancy? Let us know what motivates you and submit your details, CV and motivation letter.
After your application:
You will immediately receive a confirmation in your inbox;
If your qualifications match the profile we are looking for, we will contact you within two weeks for a short introductory meeting;
If we are both enthusiastic, we will schedule an online assessment. Depending on the outcome, you will receive an invitation for a first interview. Click here for more information about the application process.
Would you like more information about this role at PwC? Peter de Vries will be happy to speak with you by phone, email or WhatsApp.
Peter de Vries
Lead Recruiter
+31 6 43299760
Peter.de.Vries@PwC.com
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