Senior Python Engineer

Are you a Senior Python Engineer who thrives in cloud-native environments and takes pride in building reliable, well-crafted systems? Do you bring deep AWS expertise, a sharp eye for detail, and the confidence to drive technical decisions? If you are ready to work at the intersection of high-performance infrastructure and meaningful financial markets technology, this role is for you.

ABN AMRO Clearing is a global leader within the clearing space, delivering integrated solutions across clearing, execution, custody, financing, and risk management. With a strong presence in APAC, Europe, and the US, we combine deep market expertise with a robust technology landscape. IT is at the heart of our organisation — over 300 developers across more than 30 product teams and 10 platform teams build the products and services our clients depend on.

Your job

The Senior Python Engineer is a hands-on technical contributor with a strong focus on serverless and container-based architectures on AWS. You work closely with fellow engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable, well-architected solutions.

Working environment

Our engineering teams collaborate closely to explore ideas, set technical direction, and build and maintain a suite of reliable, high-performing systems. You will work in an Agile, product-driven environment where engineers take end-to-end ownership, from design through to production operations.

Your profile

You are an experienced Python engineer with a strong cloud background and genuine care for craft. You take ownership of your work, engage thoughtfully in technical discussions, and bring both depth and rigour to everything you build. Key areas of expertise include:

1. Software engineering

• 6+ years of hands-on Python development experience
• Srong command of software engineering fundamentals and clean code practices
• Meticulous attention to detail in code, reviews, and production operations

2. Cloud and infrastructure

• Proven experience building on AWS with serverless and/or container-based architectures
• Solid hands-on experience with AWS CDK and/or CloudFormation

3. Data and integration

• Experience with SQL and relational or NoSQL database technologies
• Exposure to event-driven or streaming platforms (e.g. Kafka) is advantageous

4. Collaboration and delivery

• Strong communicator in English, both written and verbal
• Comfortable working in cross-functional, team-based Agile environments
• Ability to take ownership, work independently, and deliver results
• Previous informal or formal tech lead experience is a nice to have

We are offering

We're offering a senior, high-impact role with significant architectural ownership; the opportunity to work with modern container, cloud, and platform technologies at scale; room for personal growth through training, conferences, and certifications; a collaborative and open culture where your expertise is valued; and the chance to shape the future of our solutions.

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36-hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.