Python Developer

Overview

Job title: Python Developer

Location: Bromley, UK (Hybrid - 3 days work from office)

Responsibilities

• We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Python Developer to join our team and drive the development of robust, scalable, and high-performance applications.
• The ideal candidate must have strong expertise in Python, SQL, and Linux environments, along with experience in job scheduling (Autosys), version control (GIT), and Agile development tools (JIRA).
• The candidate will be a strong leader with excellent communication skills. Ability to work autonomously is a necessary requirement.
• Additionally, familiarity with basic trading concepts will be a plus.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Python development with expertise in OOP and software design principles.
• Strong knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server) for complex queries and database optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Linux environments (bash scripting and deployment).
• Experience with Autosys.
• Proficiency in GIT (branching strategies, code versioning, pull requests, and merging workflows).
• Experience using JIRA for Agile project management.
• Strong knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD), BDD (Behave), and Unit Testing (PyTest).
• Understanding of basic trading concepts (asset classes, trading venues, market structures) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Understanding CI/CD pipelines to develop and maintain code efficiently (knowledge of Jenkins/Ansible favorable).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet