Python Developer Engineer

Job Opportunity: Python Developer

Location:Glasgow | Employment Type: 1 year contract (extendable)

Work Style : 3 Days in the Office

About the Company

A leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management, and wealth management services. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. We foster a culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. This is a place where professionals come to learn, achieve, and grow - with a philosophy that values work-life balance and diverse perspectives.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Software Developer to join the Developer Tools & Systems Group (MSDE). This global team is at the forefront of shaping the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) across the organization by developing and maintaining tools and systems used by over 20,000 developers. This is a unique opportunity to help modernize development tooling and lead the adoption of cloud-based development environments. You'll be working on high-impact projects that influence the future of engineering tools for years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tools and systems that support the software development lifecycle
• Collaborate with a global team to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
• Help design the next generation of development environments across diverse tech stacks
• Drive the adoption of modern SDLC practices in cloud and hybrid environments

Required Skills

• Proficient in Python; familiarity with Java, C#, or Typescript is a plus
• Deep understanding of SDLC tools and developer workflows
• Hands-on experience with SCM systems, code review tools, issue tracking systems, build/test tools, CI systems, and IDEs
• Experience working in agile teams on large-scale, distributed software projects
• Strong analytical mindset and curiosity to understand how things work

Preferred Skills

• Experience with containerization and Kubernetes
• System administration experience (Linux or Windows)
• Familiarity with modern IDEs such as IntelliJ, PyCharm, VS Code, or Visual Studio
• Exposure to cloud services such as Azure or AWS
• Experience with DevOps tools (Bitbucket, GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
• Knowledge of automation/orchestration tools like Terraform or Ansible

Why Apply?

• Be part of a global team modernizing a world-class engineering platform
• Work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Contribute to impactful projects influencing thousands of developers
• Excellent opportunity to grow technically and professionally

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience. Early applications are encouraged. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss further.