Senior Software Engineer, Python

Fitch Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial information provider in Toronto is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop high-quality software solutions using Python. Candidates should have over 4 years of software engineering experience, expertise in Python, and familiarity with databases. The role offers a hybrid work environment, learning opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Environment

Leadership development programs

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive healthcare offerings

Family-friendly policies

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software engineering.
• In-depth understanding of Python software development stacks.
• Familiarity with front-end development and cloud technologies.
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software using Python.
• Participate in the software development lifecycle from building to delivering solutions.
• Write clean and reusable code for maintenance and scaling.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines and integrate with delivery mechanisms.

Skills

Python development

Software engineering

Database management

Front-end development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Software Engineering

Tools

AWS

Django

Docker

Postgres

Job description

Overview

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Python Programmer based out of our Toronto office.

About Fitch Group

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

About the Team

Fitch's Technology & Data Team is a dynamic department where innovation meets impact. Driven by investment in cutting-edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions, we’re home to diverse roles united by a passion for leveraging modern technology to drive projects that matter.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software using Python programming language.
• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, building, testing, and delivering high-quality solutions.
• Write clean and reusable code that can be easily maintained and scaled.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines for projects and integrate them with the organization's delivery mechanisms.

You May Be a Good Fit If

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• You have 4+ years of experience in software engineering.
• You possess in-depth understanding of Python software development stacks, ecosystems, frameworks, and automation.
• Familiar with front-end development and cloud-platforms/technologies offered by AWS, Microsoft Azure.
• You are proficient with databases such as Postgres and Oracle, and database technologies such as SQL and NoSQL.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience with popular Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or Pyramid.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes/EKS-based container orchestration).
• Contributions to open-source Python projects or active involvement in the Python community.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and frameworks.

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location.
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs designed to ensure continuous learning.
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs empowering you to achieve your short and long-term goals.
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings enabling physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing.
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan.
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower colleagues globally.
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations, and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community.

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.