Python Developer Tools Engineer- World-Leading Prop Trading Fund

Oxford Knight
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1 year ago
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Salary: up to £175k base Summary: Exciting opportunity to work at a tech-centric prop trading fund which trades a wide range of financial products, with offices across the globe. Work is organized into small, project-oriented teams, each with the independence and responsibility to make decisions that impact the business. Python is their go-to language for data analysis, visualization and machine learning; you'll join the team responsible for the tools that support the Python work, such as CI for test running and static analysis and automation around the deployment of Python environments & apps. Seeking skilled engineers with experience building Python tooling at large scale who are looking for a wide-ranging role that involves both technical and product design challenges. The successful candidate will be a smart, curious software engineer who enjoys finding solutions for complex problems. If you also have a great appetite for learning new things, this role is for you Requirements: Substantial Python tooling development experience, plus a desire to learn other languages Experience building a system responsible for multiple languages is important Thorough understanding of Python tools and libraries, keen to offer advice on best practices Outstanding communication skills, able to understand user requirements and design appropriate solutions NB Please don't apply if you're a fresh graduate. Benefits and Incentives: Substantial and varied range of project work Market-leading compensation Great company culture, including relaxed dress code, huge emphasis on work-life balance, learning outside of the workplace Collaborative and innovative environment where each person has the opportunity to make a significant impact Contact If this sounds like you or you'd like to know more, please get in touch: Andy Stirling-Martin [email protected] linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946

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