Description
We are looking for a Senior Python Developer for our client on a contract basis in London, UK
Duration: 12 month contract
Language: English Only
Support and extend a group of Python applications used for pricing and calculating market risk on financial products.
Main tasks/activities:
- Working with traders and quants to design solutions
- Python programming to deliver those solutions
Required:
Strong knowledge of financial markets, including
broad knowledge of financial products - eg swaps, bonds, futures, options, swaptions
understanding of risk and pricing
Strong analysis and problem solving skills
Strong OO Python coding skills
At least 3 years experience working with Python
These frameworks particularly beneficial: asyncio, aiohttp, twisted
Familiarity with the Linux (Shell Scripts and the command-line)
Collaborative, and keen to join a diverse global team
Beneficial:
Knowledge of trading systems, especially Murex (Aladdin/Blackrock also helpful)
Experience with public cloud platforms, especially Azure
Knowledge of NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB, Redis