Backend Developer (Typescript/Python)
Builds and maintains high-performance server-side applications using Node.js and Python, integrating with databases, APIs, and cloud services while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Hilversum
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
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- Experience
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- Category
- Backend
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Skills
Full description
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About the Role
As a Backend Developer, you’ll build, optimise, and maintain server-side Node.js and Python application logic. You will drive seamless integration and high performance in close collaboration with front-end developers, data analysts, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, robust backend solutions across diverse business applications. We are looking for someone who is passionate about seeking new opportunities to create impactful work.
Responsibilities:
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Build and maintain high-performance, reliable server-side Node.js and Python logic
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Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
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Design and implement APIs and RESTful services to industry standards
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Set up, maintain, and optimize SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases
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Optimize application performance while ensuring long-term scalability and security
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Identify and resolve bugs, performance bottlenecks, and infrastructure issues
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Write clean, scalable code following Python and TypeScript best practices
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Participate in code reviews and uphold coding standards and agile methodologies
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Partner with QA, DevOps, and Product Management to deliver robust production applications
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Maintain clear, technical, and API documentation for internal and external teams
About You
The essentials:
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Valid Dutch work authorisation (required)
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent practical experience
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Proven experience in Python and TypeScript development, with a strong understanding of asynchronous programming, type safety, modular architecture, and modern language features