Senior Software Engineer | Python

Kantar UK

Portugal
Not specified; not specified; enhanced primary + s...
Hybrid (3 days in office per week)
Python backend development expertise
Fastapi and async python experience
Postgresql database design and optimization
Kantar UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Python to join their Profiles division in Portugal. The role involves developing scalable backend systems, collaborating with data science teams, and contributing to architectural decisions within a hybrid work environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems that operate on a global scale using Python and FastAPI.
  • Candidates will lead the migration of data science workloads from AWS Lambda to robust, maintainable Kubernetes-deployed applications.
  • The company offers unique benefits including five days of Life Leave, birthday leave, and beach access during lunch breaks.

Matching Summary

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Kantar UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Python to join their Profiles division in Portugal. The role involves developing scalable backend systems, collaborating with data science teams, and contributing to architectural decisions within a hybrid work environment.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Enhanced primary and secondary carer leave, holiday, meal cards, life assurance, volunteer days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python backend development expertise
  • FastAPI and async Python experience
  • PostgreSQL database design and optimization
  • Kubernetes deployment and migration skills
  • AWS Lambda to containerized service migration

Nice-to-have

  • NodeJS and TypeScript codebase familiarity
  • Event-driven architecture knowledge
  • Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ
  • Cloud platform exposure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Observability tools for logging and tracing

Key Requirements

  • Right to work in Portugal required
  • Visa sponsorship not available
  • Relocation support not provided

Work Rights

Must have right to work in Portugal

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