Senior Python Software Engineer

DESCRIPTION

Adkins & Cheurfi are looking to recruit a Senior Python Software Engineer, Investment Banking/Financial Services ideally! for a high-profile FS client in London. Our client works on several different projects in a real mix of sectors. This requirement is primarily based onsite with the client’s longstanding customer. It is an excellent opportunity to be part of something huge, a long-standing digital transformation working with cutting edge technologies in the Data and Fintech area.

REQUIREMENTS

• Expert knowledge of Python 3 in an enterprise environment, including packages such as Pandas, NumPy, and Python web frameworks such as Django, and Flask
• Strong JavaScript skills, and familiarity with JQuery
• Strong experience writing AJAX web applications, and developing (and consuming) web APIs
• Experience with both SQL and Python ORM libraries (i.e. SQLAlchemy)
• AWS experience in addition to CI applications (e.g. Team City)
• Experience using Docker and Kubernetes would be advantageous
• Knowledge of the Linux environment desirable
• Experience in other web technologies would also be useful
• Delivery focussed on an ability to own a piece of work from start to finish
• Ability to understand various data structures and common data transformation methodologies
• Ability to work using Agile methodologies and tools including Scrum, git and Continuous Delivery
• Ability to deal credibly with business and technical users at all levels of the organisation
• Excellent communication skill is a must

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver a user platform to support investment decision making and analysis of trends in the investment research space
• Refinement of the existing investment and research platform in response to business needs
• Work with the DIU and wider teams to adopt Python
• Work with the wider DIU Team and research teams to identify opportunities for optimisation and automation
• Coach and develop team members, ensuring that best practices and methodologies are followed

THE OFFER

• A competitive group pension plan, life assurance and income protection
• Private medical insurance, private dental care and critical illness cover
• Cycle scheme Tech scheme and season ticket loan
• Employee assistance program
• Various perks such as Gym discount, Friday lunch, on-site massage and regular social events
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Some of these benefits may be available only after you have passed your probationary period