Senior Software and Data Engineer

Portman Scott
London
1 year ago
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PermanentSalary - £80,000 - £95,000 p/a + benefitsRemote, UKData plays a crucial role in guiding my clients investment decisions and managing risk. Their analytics provide insights that help them evaluate growth potential and performance, while separately allowing them to support their clients. Through a strong data-driven approach, they enable entrepreneurs to make impactful, data-informed decisions that support sustained growth.TasksI am seeking a resourceful and adaptable engineer with 3-5 years of experience and a strong foundation in computer science, data science, and mathematics. This role covers analytics, platform, architecture, and data engineering and is ideal for a versatile individual eager to take a hands-on role with the autonomy to drive projects and make significant contributions as we develop our capabilities from the ground up.RequirementsQualifications:Education: BSc, MSc, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.Experience: 3-5 years in a FinTech, data science, or data engineering role with a strong focus on independent project ownership and end-to-end solution development. Experience in a start-up environment is desirable.Technical Skills:Advanced skills in Python, Django, or similar programming languages, with a strong command of data processing and machine learning libraries.MUST HAVE - Proficiency in data visualisation tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Plotly, Tableau) for effective data presentation.Familiarity with cloud services (preferably Google Cloud) and an ability to leverage available resources creatively.If you meet these qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to join our team, we’d love to hear from you!#J-18808-Ljbffr

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