Backend Python Developer

Backend Python Developer (m / f / d) – Python / REST API / ML / CI / CD / GitLab / GitOps / Kubernetes / LLM / English

Project : For our client, a large pharmaceutical company based in Basel, we are looking for a Backend Python Developer (m / w / d).

Background : The assignment will be for the Computational Sciences Center of Excellence (CS-CoE) organization in Basel. We are conducting the award-winning „Target Evaluator“ project, in close collaboration with colleagues from Translational Medicine Neuroscience, 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 : We are looking for someone with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, bioinformatics or equivalent professional experience. The ideal candidate will have more than 5 years of experience in Python programming, more than 3 years of experience in REST API design and excellent English skills. The perfect candidate is proactive, analytical, highly adaptable and enjoys working in cross-functional teams. They are quick to learn new technologies in order to master complex technical challenges.

Tasks & 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

Must Haves :

Reference Nr. : 924778

Role : Backend Python Developer (m / f / d)

Industry : Pharma

Workplace : Basel

Pensum : 100%

Start : ASAP (Latest Start Date : 01.05.2026)

Duration : 9++ Months

Deadline : 02 / 03 / 2026

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