Senior Python Developer

Glint Tech Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Glint Tech Solutions is looking for a Senior Python Developer in Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will support the Total Fund Management Portfolio Management Technology team, demonstrating high autonomy in delivering effective software solutions.

Key responsibilities include managing timelines, designing software independently, and implementing cloud-native applications. Candidates should have strong skills in Python, Java, and AWS. Familiarity with SQL, Docker, and Kubernetes is also essential.

Qualifications

• Prior consulting, advisory, or client-facing delivery experience.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments.
• Proven independent delivery without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Own timelines and deliverables, proactively managing scope.
• Independently design and deliver software solutions.
• Build backend services and RESTful APIs aligned to designs.
• Develop cloud-native applications (AWS preferred).
• Implement workflow automation and data pipelines.

Skills

Strong Python experience in enterprise environments

Java

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Strong cloud experience (AWS)

Unit and integration testing

Experience with message queues (SQS, Kafka)

Job description

We are seeking a hands‑on, self‑directed Senior Python Developer to support delivery within the Total Fund Management Portfolio Management Technology team. This role demands high autonomy, ownership of outcomes, and the ability to deliver working solutions with minimal oversight.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own timelines and deliverables, proactively managing scope, dependencies, and execution risks
• Independently design and deliver software solutions by engaging stakeholders and challenging assumptions
• Build backend services and RESTful APIs aligned to those designs
• Develop cloud‑native applications (AWS preferred)
• Implement workflow automation and data pipelines where needed
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD
• Ensure solutions are production‑ready, including testing, documentation, and handover
• Act as a reliable execution partner, escalating issues early when required

MUST‑HAVE SKILLS

• Prior consulting, advisory, or client‑facing delivery experience
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments
• Proven independent delivery without close supervision
• Strong Python experience in enterprise environments + Java (2 years)
• Experience with SQL, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Strong cloud experience (AWS)
• Strong unit and integration testing practices
• Experience with message queues (SQS, Kafka, etc.)

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience building low‑latency applications and CI/CD pipelines
• Capital markets experience