Backend Python Developer – 6877
Our client is a leading Swiss multinational healthcare company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Operating in Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics, it is one of the world’s largest biopharmaceutical companies and a global leader in in-vitro diagnostics and cancer treatments.
We are looking for a Backend Python Developer on a contract basis until the end of 2026. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week onsite in Basel.
The assignment will be for the Computational Sciences Center of Excellence (CS-CoE) organization in Basel. The client is conducting “Target Evaluator” project focusing on the implementation of the requirements from the project. The project is integrating select open-source multi-agent systems towards a comprehensive, unbiased ranking framework for new target proposals.
The perfect candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Bioinformatics, or equivalent professional experience. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of Python programming, 3+ years of REST API design experience, and excellent English communication skills.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide agile software development services for the “Target Evaluator” project according to the project plan.
- Provide technical consulting services to support the project team.
- Develop and implement robust backend functionalities that meet defined business needs
- Design and implement APIs for the "Target Evaluator"
- Integrate with other applications, working out technical details independently with other teams
- Research and apply new data processing and analysis techniques
- Improve quality through performance evaluation, implementation of testing strategies, and tooling
Qualifications and Experience :
Relevant Swiss working / residency permit or Swiss / EU-Citizenship requiredBachelor / Master degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematical Engineering, Information Systems, or Bioinformatics is preferred. Candidates with extensive professional experience in the field can also be considered.Python programming (5+ years)Experience in REST API design (3+ years)Some experience in ML engineering in e.g. life sciencesExperience in CI / CD using GitLabExperience in GitOpsExperience in Kubernetes for hosting of servicesExperience in implementing user interfacesWorking in HPC environmentsKnowledge of LLMs and LLM-based multi agent frameworksExcellent communication skills in fluent English, both written and verbalStrong collaborative approach and a desire to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.Proactive and analytical mindset for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical issues.High adaptability and a commitment to quickly learning new technologies and methodologies to meet evolving project needs and priorities.