Backend Python Developer

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.

• 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.

• Relevant Swiss working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
• Bachelor/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 sciences
• Experience in CI/CD using Git Lab
• Experience in Git Ops
• Experience in Kubernetes for hosting of services
• Experience in implementing user interfaces
• Working in HPC environments
• Knowledge of LLMs and LLM-based multi agent frameworks
• Excellent communication skills in fluent English, both written and verbal
• Strong 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.