Python Developer - Fintech

ic resources; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment firm in the UK is looking for a skilled Python Developer to join a FinTech project on a 6-month contract. This role involves designing and maintaining Python applications, collaborating with teams to meet project needs, and utilizing libraries such as NumPy and Pandas. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in FinTech and a deep understanding of Python. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging projects in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Python Developer in the FinTech industry.
• Deep understanding of Python programming language and its libraries/frameworks.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts and products.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable Python applications for the fintech platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements.
• Utilise Python libraries for data manipulation and machine learning.
• Optimise code for performance and maintainability.

Skills

Python programming

Data manipulation

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

SciPy

scikit-learn

Job description

FinTech - Python Developer (Contract)- 6month initial term

Role Overview :

Seeking a highly skilled Python Developer with experience in the FinTech industry to drive the development of our clients FinTech platform. You will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining Python-based applications to solve complex business challenges and drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python-based applications and microservices for our fintech platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Utilise Python libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, and scikit-learn to perform data manipulation, statistical analysis, and machine learning tasks.
• Optimise code for performance, scalability, and maintainability, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Requirements :

• Proven experience as a Python Developer specifically in the FinTech industry.
• Deep understanding of Python programming language and its libraries / frameworks.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts and products, including banking, lending, investing, and insurance.

If you're a good fit, please apply. If you are interested in similar contract opportunities, please get in touch with Jonathan Courtney.