Python Backend Engineer – Front Office Trading Platform

Apex Systems; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a skilled backend developer to design and implement Python solutions within the structured Notes domain. This role involves close collaboration with Quants, Sales, and Trading to ensure clean API integration and support for crucial systems. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in a front office role, strong programming experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The company values a proactive attitude and adaptability in high-pressure environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a desk aligned/front office role in global markets.
• Proven engineering background in software development.
• Ability to work in fast-paced front office environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend Python software solutions.
• Contribute to system design and architecture decisions.
• Provide production support for critical front office systems.

Skills

Strong programming experience with Python or another OO language

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience delivering business-critical applications in high-pressure environments

Job description

Apex Systems is seeking a skilled backend developer to design and implement Python solutions within the structured Notes domain. This role involves close collaboration with Quants, Sales, and Trading to ensure clean API integration and support for crucial systems. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in a front office role, strong programming experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The company values a proactive attitude and adaptability in high-pressure environments.