Lead Software Engineer (Risk) - Leading Fintech - London - Up to £200,000 + Exceptional Bonus/Ben...

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite scaling fintech firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to spearhead the development of a cutting-edge risk platform. This role offers the opportunity to work with Europe's top computing professionals in a dynamic and flat team structure. You will lead engineering efforts to ensure zero downtime while collaborating closely with stakeholders to shape the architectural direction. If you have extensive experience in Python and a passion for risk technologies, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a high-stakes environment. Join a company that values innovation and pushes the boundaries of technology!

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Software Engineering focusing on Risk Platforms.
• Proven experience in modern Python and outstanding CompSci fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to build a cloud-based Risk platform.
• Involved in architecture direction and stakeholder collaboration.

Skills

Python

Risk Platforms

Cloud Exposure

CompSci Fundamentals

Scalability and Performance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Title: Lead Software Engineer

Location: London (Heavily Flexible)

Firm: Elite Scaling FinTech Firm

Compensation: Up to £200k + Exceptional Bonus/Benefits Package

Skills: Strong knowledge of Python, extensive experience building and architecting risk platforms, cloud exposure is a huge plus!

My Client is looking for the top 1% of Software Engineers with Risk experience to work on a brand-new greenfield risk platform for a top fintech firm!

This team is made up of some of Europe's best Computing professionals all working in an elite team with a flat structure. You have a chance to make a huge difference and push tech to the limits!

Role Responsibilities (Full Spec. Available)

1. Leading a team of engineers looking after and building a zero-down time, cloud based Risk platform
2. Being involved in architecture direction and collaborating with stakeholders
3. Working heavily in Python
4. Working with other incredibly passionate technologists

Successful Candidates:

1. 8+ years in Software Engineering with a specific focus on Risk Platforms
2. Proven experience of working in modern Python
3. Outstanding CompSci Fundamentals needed!
4. Knowledge of Risk Sensitivity, VaR, black-scholes etc.
5. Experience mentoring other developers
6. Knowledge of scalability and performance
7. Experience within the trading space is a distinct advantage

If the above is of interest, apply or reach out to myself at [e-mail] for more information.