Python Developer RAD - Commodities- Top-tier Global Hedge Fund

eFinancialCareers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund is seeking a Python developer to join their Commodities Rapid Application Development (RAD) team in London. You will develop end-to-end Python solutions and work closely with PMs, data scientists and engineers to support trading platforms and trading strategies.

You will engage with business stakeholders, excel in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with both financial and technical teams.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years' experience, ideally developing with Python (pandas/numpy).
• Solid analytical problem-solving skills.
• React/Angular experience developing web frontends.
• Working knowledge of SQL and other database technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end Python solutions for the Commodities RAD platform and related tooling.
• Collaborate with PMs, data scientists and engineers to support trading strategies and platform enhancements.

Skills

Python (pandas/numpy)

Analytical problem-solving

React/Angular

SQL

Job description

Salary: up to £150k + £ 60k bonus (3-8 years of experience)

Client

One of the world's most prestigious hedge funds is looking for a Python developer to join their growing Commodities Rapid Application Development (RAD) team.

This is a specialist team of engineers, quantitative developers and data scientists that develops and supports the data, research & trading platform and tools for Commodities Portfolio Managers. Primarily developing end-to-end solutions in Python, you'll work closely with a variety of PM teams ; making a direct impact on the success of their trading strategies.

To be successful in this role, you will enjoy facing off to the business, have a desire to work on fast-paced projects and have outstanding communication skills with both financial and technical people.

Skills and Experience Required

• 3-8 years' experience, ideally developing with Python (pandas/numpy)
• Solid analytical problem-solving skills
• React/Angular experience developing web frontends
• Working knowledge of SQL and other database technologies.

Desirable Experience/Skills

• Financial markets experience in Commodities
• Python data science stack and/or cloud technologies

Benefits & Incentives

• Strong salary + bonuses
• Working closely with PMs and revenue-generators
• Collaborative culture and an energetic, dynamic engineering atmosphere
• Build and share knowledge alongside top-tier engineers

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