Web Developer – Node.js & React

Our client, a prominent organization in the public safety sector, is seeking a Web Developer to join a newly established innovation-focused team. The role involves the further development and expansion of digital applications to support staff with high-performance, user-friendly, and future-oriented solutions within a specialized platform.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full development cycle of web-based applications including design and integration.
• Develop and expand microservices and distributed applications within a specialized digital ecosystem.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary agile team to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Take responsibility for the performance, scalability, and maintainability of developed solutions.
• Perform coding, testing, and debugging tasks with a focus on high-quality code standards.
• Support the integration of innovative technologies and AI models into existing applications.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the development of web-based applications.
• Experience with backend development using Node.js and JavaScript.
• Experience with frontend development using React and CSS.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational database systems (RDMS).
• Experience with Microservices and distributed application architecture.
• Experience with RabbitMQ for messaging and integration.
• Experience with containerization using Docker.
• You are proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of taking technical responsibility for architectural decisions.
• You are fluent in Dutch with a C2 level of proficiency.

Nice to Haves

• Experience leading a development team or coaching other developers.
• Knowledge of AI and Machine Learning models including LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude, LLaMA) or VLMs.
• Experience with Vector databases, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and prompt engineering.
• Knowledge of Elixir or Redis.
• Experience with Scrum and Agile development methodologies in a leading capacity.

Offer

Start date: 28/09/26

Duration: project until 15/07/27

• Work regime: Full-time

Location: Antwerp

Working model: Onsite

• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers