Python Developer I Belgium

Company Description

Talan is an international consulting group specializing in transformation and innovation through technology. Present across five continents and in 21 countries, our Great Place to Work–certified group brings together more than 7,000 consultants. We support major organizations in navigating complex digital transformations in Belgium and internationally, Talan advises and supports companies and public institutions in delivering their transformation and innovation projects. The group expects to reach €600 million in revenue in 2024 and aims to exceed €1 billion in revenue by 2026.

With its research and innovation Centre, Talan puts innovation at the heart of its development and intervenes in the technological mutation sectors, such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Intelligence, Blockchains, to avail the growth of major groups and mid-cap companies through a committed and responsible approach. www.talan.com

By placing "Positive Innovation" at the heart of its strategy, the Talan Group is convinced that it is by serving people that technology amplifies its potential for society.

We are seeking a talented Python Developer to join our team and work on IT projects.

Job Description

We are looking for a Backend Engineer with strong knowledge of Python. In this role, you will contribute to the development and evolution of a large-scale, business-critical application, working closely with business stakeholders to translate complex contractual requirements into robust and scalable technical solutions.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend features using Python and Flask within an existing large codebase

• Collaborate directly with business teams to understand contract requirements and translate them into APIs, data models, and backend logic

• Ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code through best engineering practices

• Process and manipulate data using tools such as Pandas and Pydantic

• Contribute to the design and optimization of SQL-based data models and queries

• Containerize applications and services using Docker

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve application performance in an AWS environment

• Implement and maintain observability using Grafana, Elasticsearch/Kibana (ELK), and Sentry

• Work in close collaboration with frontend developers (React / Highcharts) to ensure seamless integration with backend APIs

Qualifications

• Strong experience in backend development with Python (Flask preferred)

• Solid understanding of API design, data modeling, and relational databases (SQL)

• Experience working within large or legacy codebases

• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS) and containerization (Docker)

• Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Additional Information

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in the energy sector or with contract management systems

• Exposure to data processing and analytics tools

• Understanding of frontend technologies (React ecosystem)

Why Join Us

• Lead high-impact SAP programs that transform business operations and drive innovation.

• Collaborate with a world-class team of experts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Access a global ecosystem of partners, cutting-edge tools, and industry insights.

Contribute to an organization committed to excellence, sustainability, and professional growth.