Senior Backend Engineer (Python / AWS)

SolutionsCasesAboutNewsCareersContact usSolutionsCasesAboutNewsCareersContact usEngineeringSenior Backend Engineer (Python / AWS)Location: Leuven, BelgiumIVEX is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to lead the design, development, and operation of scalable backend systems and AWS infrastructure supporting our ADAS and Autonomous Vehicle (AV) safety platform.You’ll be responsible for building reliable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that process large-scale vehicle data and support safety-critical use cases.This role requires deep technical expertise, architectural maturity, and a hands-on approach – we are not looking for junior or entry-level profiles.In this role you willDevelop scoring and reporting features based on evolving vehicle safety test protocols.Build Python data pipelines to process large volumes of vehicle test data.Design, maintain, and operate scalable AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code and automated deployments.Ensure secure access control, data integrity, and traceability across customer workflows.Troubleshoot production issues, customer integrations, data processing, and system performance.Translate product requirements into clear technical designs and robust implementations.Optimize reliability, backup and recovery, capacity, and cloud costs.What we are looking for5+ years of professional backend development experience with Python and frameworks such as FastAPI.3+ years of hands-on experience designing and operating AWS infrastructure, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code.Strong experience with Python data processing, dataframe libraries, and columnar data formats.Experience designing and working with document databases.Proven ability to troubleshoot and operate production systems.Comfortable working with mature codebases, technical documentation, and existing system designs.Strong written English and ability to communicate technical decisions clearly.Nice to haveExperience working with vehicle data (e.g. camera, LiDAR, GNSS, object lists).Familiarity with DevOps practices or CI/CD automation (GitHub Actions, Argo, etc.).At IVEX, we’re on a mission to make ADAS and autonomous driving systems safer and more trustworthy. You’ll join a team of engineers and researchers building the next generation of safety intelligence for connected and automated vehicles.We offerCompetitive salary and benefits package.A technically challenging environment focused on real-world safety impact.Opportunity to shape the architecture and technical direction of IVEX’s cloud platform.If you are a senior backend engineer who thrives on solving complex technical problems in a fast-moving, safety-critical domain – we’d love to hear from you.Send us your CV and surprise us with your motivation. By sending your CV, you agree to our GDPR.ApplySolutionsNCAP evaluatorOn-road SLIF evaluationData analytics platformReference sensor kitCompanyAbout usCareersMediaCasesNewsEventsAddressKapeldreef, 603001 - HeverleeBelgiumMissionWe founded IVEX to provide the best testing and validation tools for ADAS/AD engineers.IVEX Data Privacy Notice | IVEX Data Privacy Policy | IVEX Information Security Policy | IVEX ISO 27001 Certificate | 2026 IVEX NV. © All rights reservedSolutionsNCAP evaluatorOn-road SLIF evaluationData analytics platformReference sensor kitCompanyAbout usCareersMediaCasesNewsEventsAddressKapeldreef, 603001 - HeverleeBelgiumMissionWe founded IVEX to provide the best testing and validation tools for ADAS/AD engineers.IVEX Data Privacy Notice | IVEX Data Privacy Policy | IVEX Information Security Policy | IVEX ISO 27001 Certificate | 2026 IVEX NV. © All rights reservedSolutionsNCAP evaluatorOn-road SLIF evaluationData analytics platformReference sensor kitCompanyAbout usCareersMediaCasesNewsEventsAddressKapeldreef, 603001 - HeverleeBelgiumMissionWe founded IVEX to provide the best testing and validation tools for ADAS/AD engineers.IVEX Data Privacy Notice | IVEX Data Privacy Policy | IVEX Information Security Policy | IVEX ISO 27001 Certificate | 2026 IVEX NV. © All rights reserved