Lead Python Developer: Finance Automation & Modelling

lloyds banking group; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK financial institution is seeking a dedicated Python Developer to transform Retail Finance through innovative automation and financial modeling. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of Python-based models, ensuring code quality and mentor junior developers. This hybrid role involves collaborating with analysts to deliver robust financial solutions and offers a competitive salary range of £65,385 - £72,650, along with a comprehensive benefits package including generous pension contributions and 30 days’ holiday.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution up to 15%

Annual performance-related bonus

30 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays

Wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven track record of Python model development and implementation.
• Understanding of core software development principles.
• Ability to develop complex financial models optimized for performance.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full delivery lifecycle of Python financial models.
• Work closely with Business Analysts to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Develop user-friendly UIs for model execution and reporting.

Skills

Python model development

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Experience with Git/GitHub

Tools

pytest

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

A leading UK financial institution is seeking a dedicated Python Developer to transform Retail Finance through innovative automation and financial modeling. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of Python-based models, ensuring code quality and mentor junior developers. This hybrid role involves collaborating with analysts to deliver robust financial solutions and offers a competitive salary range of £65,385 - £72,650, along with a comprehensive benefits package including generous pension contributions and 30 days’ holiday.