Python DevOps Engineer

Berenberg; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European private bank is seeking a Python DevOps Engineer for its Global Technology department in London. The role involves collaborating actively with business units to digitize data and develop new features using modern technologies such as AI and cloud-based services. You'll be part of an agile team that values independence and innovation, contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of banking.

Benefits

Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg

Generous 30 day holiday allowance

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance scheme

Flexible working hours

Enhanced parental leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Solid Python development experience with Flask, FastAPI, and SQLAlchemy.
• Good knowledge of CI/CD using Kubernetes and Docker.
• Familiarity with cooperation tools like Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Create new features for clients based on research data.
• Work with the Product Owner to deliver projects in sprints.
• Liaise with IT teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Python

Flask

FastAPI

SQLAlchemy

Kubernetes

Docker

Git

Linux

Cloud services

Job description

Description & Requirements For our Global Technology department in London we are looking to hire a
Python DevOps Engineer
Global Technology @ Berenberg
In an era where digitalisation and modern IT infrastructure is revolutionizing banking, we are shaping a technology-driven bank in which you as an IT professional will work closely with our business units. Our technology teams offer you an environment that will present you with exciting challenges - be it through the support and further development of legacy systems or the introduction of modern technologies such as AI, machine learning and highly automated trading applications. Our Technology department of around 300 employees works largely in an agile way using a Scrumban approach and covers areas such as Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Operations, Process and Governance, Software Development and Architecture. We are particularly proud to develop almost all of our applications in-house, which gives us unique flexibility and innovative strength. Our tech stack includes modern technologies such as TypeScript and Python, CI/CD pipelines, containers, Kubernetes as well as Azure Cloud, and Oracle Database with PL/SQL.

Your Role in the team:
The Equity Research department is one of the largest across Europe, with over 100+ analysts and Sales that provide a bespoke service to thousands of our clients, supplying coverage and analysis across more than 700+ companies, Sustainability, Equity Strategy and Economics. The Equity Research Technology team are responsible for digitizing all the data is produced, making this available to all our clients. This includes presenting this data on our Investment Bank website, creating new products for our clients (AI, calculation engine, multi media channels). The team also provides registration, scheduling and reporting systems for the Conferencing team which serve CEOs/CFOs, covering both small and flagship events. The team of 5 developers and 1 product owner use agile methodologies to deliver projects and features for our clients. Each are given complete responsibility to work on greenfield projects. They liaise directly with the business, and other IT departments, making use of new AI tools, as well as cloud-based services to add more features and cut maintenance load.
What will you do?

• Help to create new features for clients and Berenbergers from all the data created by the Research and Conferencing departments
• Work with the Product Owner and other developers to deliver stories and projects within a set timeframe (sprints and releases)
• Liaise with other IT teams, such as CloudOps, AI, InfoSec, DBAs to ensure your project is delivered

Who are we looking for?

• Very solid Python development experience using Flask, FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Oracle, Nginx
• Very good knowledge of continuous integration and delivery utilizing Kubernetes, Docker, Git, Linux, and Bamboo (ie. DevOps)
• Knowledge of Cloud services (Azure, GCP), including Blob Storage, CDN, AKS would be very useful
• Any knowledge in CMS tools, TypeScript, React or Oracle PLSQL would be a nice plus, but is not required
• Familiar with co-operations tools Jira and Confluence

What we offer you:

• Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg
• Generous 30 day holiday allowance
• Private Health Insurance
• Life Insurance scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling sessions related to mental health, financial wellbeing and other topics

Apply online now to join our team – we look forward to receiving your application!
We are a leading European private bank, with over 430 years of experience and deep rooted history, but we are still shaping and heavily investing in our future. Our progress and evolution are driven by our people. We encourage them to try new approaches, voice their opinions and achieve success in their own way. We provide opportunities for them to develop their talents, explore different career paths and achieve their full potential. We’re an ambitious, forward-looking business, backed by centuries of tradition and built on innovation. You’ll find a culture that encourages people to think independently, act entrepreneurially and challenge the status quo. Together we collaborate to shape our business and fulfil our ambitious goals. We welcome you to join us in our commitment to always do the right thing for our people, clients and our business – Our future is where you take us!
We will only accept applications submitted through our online application management system on the website.
Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and prides itself on being a modern, dynamic and internationally orientated organisation. We value the rich diversity, skills and abilities and creative potential that people from differing backgrounds and experiences bring to the workplace. Every employee plays a vital role in providing quality service to all our customers and helping to create and inclusive working environment, where everyone can realise their full potential. We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates who require adjustments during our recruiting process. Please contact us directly on [e-mail] to discuss.