Python Developer

Randstad Enterprise; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Enterprise invites applications for a highly motivated professional to join our MBS Risk & Pricing Technology team in Montreal. The role blends production support with hands-on development across risk and pricing systems used by the business.

You will work with Python and shell scripting, perform root cause analysis, and contribute to automation and system improvements while collaborating with business users and technology teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with production support and root cause analysis.
• Strong Python programming and Shell scripting.
• Experience with data querying (Sybase, SQL) and Excel.
• Interest in Fixed Income risk and pricing is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day production support for risk and pricing systems, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving issues in a timely manner. (60%)
• Analyze production issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable fixes and improvements.
• Collaborate with business users and technology teams to understand requirements and deliver reliable solutions.
• Contribute to development efforts, including enhancements, automation, and system improvements. (40%)
• Improve system stability, performance, and operational efficiency through automation and tooling.
• Participate in release deployment, testing, and production rollout activities.
• Ensure high-quality standards and controls are maintained in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuously learn financial products, business workflows, and new technologies.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear updates on issues and deliverables.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

Production support

Root cause analysis

SQL

Excel

Problem solving

Prioritization

AI-assisted coding

Tools

KDB+/Q

Perl scripting

AI-assisted coding

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our MBS (Mortgage-Backed Securities) Risk & Pricing Technology team. The role focuses on both production support and development, supporting critical risk and pricing systems used by the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong technology background, solid problem-solving skills, and an interest in Fixed Income risk and pricing. This role requires hands-on ownership of production systems, including issue investigation, resolution, and continuous improvement, as well as contributing to ongoing development and enhancement projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day production support for risk and pricing systems, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving issues in a timely manner. (60%)
• Analyze production issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable fixes and improvements.
• Collaborate with business users and technology teams to understand requirements and deliver reliable solutions.
• Contribute to development efforts, including enhancements, automation, and system improvements. (40%)
• Improve system stability, performance, and operational efficiency through automation and tooling.
• Participate in release deployment, testing, and production rollout activities.
• Ensure high-quality standards and controls are maintained in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuously learn financial products, business workflows, and new technologies.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear updates on issues and deliverables.

Skills Required:

• Strong programming experience in Python
• Experience with scripting languages (Shell scripting)
• Experience supporting production systems, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Experience with data analysis and querying (e.g., Sybase, SQL, Excel)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Fixed Income products, especially MBS
• Understanding of risk and pricing systems
• Experience with KDB+/Q or functional programming
• Familiarity with manual and automated testing
• Experience with AI assisted coding
• Experience with Perl scripting languages