We are looking for a Python Developer Practicum/Intern to join our team
// or other words, someone curious and motivated to grow their skills building APIs and backend services with Python
Who are we?
We are the DEUS initiative, and we are all about exploring AI in the service of humanity. No, we are not calling ourselves gods(!), but our name is a reference to ‘deus ex machina’ (or god from the machine in Latin). We believe that artificial intelligence technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing will have a massive impact on the way we live — and we want to make sure that we create a positive impact on the world with these AI services.
As a happy coincidence, DEUS is also an acronym representing the quadrivium of key disciplines we believe are important to building successful AI-powered services: Data / Engineering / User-experience design / Strategy.
DEUS is a new initiative, but the founders have been working together very successfully for years, so there is a comfortable family feel to the company. We have an amazing set of international client partnerships (and projects/challenges). Our headquarters is located in the heart of Amsterdam. We also have a team in Portugal based out of the beautiful city of Porto (with an office close to the beach!), and our Spanish team is based in the charming center of A Coruña.
Who are you?
- You are currently enrolled in a higher vocational education program in DAM, DAW, or a related field, and looking to complete your practicum/internship between September and December 2025
- You are eager to learn, grow, and stay up-to-date with the latest technological trends and advancements.
- You have a strong interest in backend development, Python, and modern software engineering practices.
- You are familiar with working in a terminal and using Git.
- You have basic understanding of databases (SQL or NoSQL).
- You have high interest in backend systems, clean code, and debugging.
- You are organized, pay attention to detail, and enjoy working in a collaborative, cross-functional team.
- You are familiar with the basics of CI/CD, Jira, and Agile methodologies, or keen to develop your knowledge.
Some of the tasks you might be doing in this role:
- Supporting the development of backend features and APIs
- Writing, testing, and documenting Python code
- Collaborating with developers and designers in cross-functional teams
- Participating in Agile ceremonies and learning how software projects are structured
- Debugging, testing, and optimizing code with the help of your mentor
- Learning to work with databases and modern infrastructure tools
- Assisting with deployments, automation, and monitoring tools
- Gaining insight into how AI-driven features are integrated into real-world products
...and some more points:
- Some confidence communicating in English, both in writing and speaking.
- We will provide hardware and the latest software – we use the right tools for the job.
We are dedicated to making a friendly and inclusive workplace. To put it bluntly, there is an unwritten ‘no assholes’ policy that applies to both ourselves and our clients, as we always want to enjoy our team dynamic. We do trips, conferences and events together on a regular basis, and we are always committed to cultivating a company that embraces differences. We strongly believe in flexibility, and you will be given a lot of freedom while translating complicated problems into easy-to-use products. This means managing your own priorities, trying out new things and working a flexible hours’ scheme.
If this all sounds interesting to you, then hit that Apply Now button in the top right corner! We would love to hear from you!
Note: If you don’t feel that you perfectly fit the description above, but you have some other background or skillset that you think could be of interest, please still get in touch applying via
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