Lead Quantitative Python Developer - Asset Management

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in asset management seeks a mid to senior Lead Quantitative Python Developer. This role involves translating business requirements into technical financial solutions and optimizing asset management systems. With strong data engineering skills, you will contribute to Python-based projects and establish best practices within the organization.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Python development.
• Proficiency in Python ecosystems like Flask, Django, Pandas, and NumPy.
• Experience in financial modeling for asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish coding standards and best practices for Python development.
• Develop frameworks for Python Notebooks, APIs, and client applications.
• Implement security measures and ensure compliance.

Skills

Data Engineering

Python Development

AI Trends Exploration

Cloud Platforms Integration

Quality Assurance Mechanisms

Team Collaboration

Education

Masters in Computer Science

Tools

Flask

Django

Pandas

NumPy

Azure

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Lead Quantitative Python Developer - Asset Management, Slough

Client: Talensa Partners

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

• Contract - Extending
• Day Rate - Competitive (Negotiable)
• Start - ASAP

We are looking for a mid to senior experienced Python Developer with strong data engineering skills to work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, COO Office, business analysts, and external partners. The role involves translating business requirements into technical financial solutions to deliver Python-based financial modeling projects, optimizing asset management systems.

The individual will define and shape Python development practices and set the foundation for future Python projects within the organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Establishing and enforcing coding standards and best practices for Python development
• Implementing security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance
• Developing frameworks for Python Notebooks, APIs, and client applications, including reusable libraries and tools
• Contributing to knowledge sharing, training, and documentation for Python practices
• Defining code review processes and quality assurance mechanisms, including version control, automated testing, and peer reviews
• Staying updated with AI trends and exploring Python applications in AI within the organization
• Designing and implementing DevOps practices for Python development, including CI/CD pipelines

Person Specification:

• Masters in Computer Science or similar qualification
• Extensive experience in Python development
• Proficiency in Python ecosystems such as Flask, Django, Pandas, NumPy
• Experience in financial modeling using Python for asset management systems and applications
• Expertise in cloud platforms, especially Azure, with Python integration
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases and API development
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration abilities
• Ability to lead complex work streams under tight deadlines