Python Developer

Python Developer Location: London, United Kingdom (Partial remote 2-3 days onsite) Employment Type: Inside IR35 Contract Rate : 60 GBP per hour Duration : One year contract with extensions Role Overview We are seeking a Python Developer to join a front-office team at a leading financial institution. This role involves designing and implementing backend software solutions for a globally distributed platform within the structured notes domain. The position requires close collaboration with quant, sales, and trading teams to deliver business-critical applications in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities Design and implement backend Python software solutions within the structured notes domain. Collaborate on a React UI application, ensuring clean API contracts and integration with backend services. Work in close collaboration with Quants, Sales, Trading, and other technology teams.

Contribute to system design and architecture decisions for a globally distributed front-office platform. Play an active role in defining and evolving development best practices within the team. Collaborate with sales and structuring to ensure alignment with business requirements.

Provide production support for critical front-office systems, including issue diagnosis and remediation. Required Qualifications Experience: Proven programming experience with Python, demonstrating a strong engineering background. Working experience in global markets, preferably in a desk-aligned or front-office role.

Experience delivering business-critical applications in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Typically 5+ years of experience, with a focus on the quality of engineering experience. Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with automated testing, mocking frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience with the design and implementation of JSON RESTful APIs, including versioning and backward compatibility. Strong understanding and exposure to object-oriented practices and principles.