Python Developer

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer to join a high-performing Risk & PnL Team supporting a critical trading platform within a leading financial services environment.

The team is responsible for the development and enhancement of TRACC , a business-critical application used by the Derivatives Execution & Clearing (DEC) business.

The Role

Working within a collaborative team of 3 Developers, 1 Business Analyst, 1 Tester and the Team Lead , you will be involved in all aspects of the platform's development and ongoing enhancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Python-based applications and services
• Build and enhance APIs supporting critical business functionality
• Deliver enhancements and features through the Jira backlog
• Work closely with business stakeholders to gather, analyse and refine requirements
• Participate in sprint planning, technical discussions and solution design sessions
• Demonstrate completed work and new functionality to stakeholders
• Champion automated testing and continuous integration practices
• Identify opportunities for automation, simplification and platform improvements
• Collaborate with teams across multiple locations to resolve issues and drive change
• Take ownership of projects from design through delivery and support

Essential Skills & Experience

• Expert-level Python development experience
• Strong experience building and maintaining Web APIs
• Solid understanding of SQL and database design
• JavaScript, HTML and web application development experience
• Proven experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Strong focus on automated testing and deployment practices
• Experience working with CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong requirements analysis and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
• Pragmatic approach to balancing technical excellence with business priorities
• Strong computer science fundamentals and knowledge of design patterns
• Agile development experience
• Team-oriented with a proactive, can-do attitude

Desirable Skills

• Experience working in Linux environments
• Angular or other modern JavaScript frameworks
• Financial services, trading or risk management experience
• Test automation experience
• Exposure to C#
• Full software development lifecycle experience