Python / Pandas Developer

Consortia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in Greater London is seeking a Senior Python / Pandas Developer Contractor. You will build and optimise data solutions focusing on FX and FICC. The ideal candidate has advanced Python skills, experience with Pandas, and a background in FX trading environments. This role requires strong communication and organisational skills as you'll engage with trading teams and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Advanced Python skills with emphasis on clean, scalable code.
• Deep experience with Pandas for data manipulation, transformation, and analysis.
• Proven exposure to the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python / Pandas-based pipelines for FX projects.
• Collaborate with teams to design data-driven solutions.
• Engage with trading teams to deliver accurate datasets.

Skills

Advanced Python skills

Pandas for data manipulation

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Git

CI / CD pipelines

Job description

Senior Python / Pandas Developer Contractor

Build and optimise FX data solutions for a Tier 1 Investment Bank

Are you an experienced Python developer with strong Pandas skills and a passion for fast-paced, high-impact work? This is your opportunity to contract with a globally recognised Tier 1 investment bank, delivering powerful solutions across FX and FICC asset classes.

What you’ll be doing :

• Developing and maintaining Python / Pandas-based pipelines that support FX business-as-usual and enhancement projects
• Collaborating across technology and business teams to design data-driven solutions
• Managing multiple streams of work and navigating context switches with ease
• Engaging directly with trading and front-office teams to deliver accurate, performant datasets

What you’ll bring :

• Advanced Python skills with an emphasis on clean, scalable code
• Deep experience with Pandas for data manipulation, transformation, and analysis
• Proven exposure to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience with Git, CI / CD pipelines, unit testing, and debugging
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Comfort operating independently in fast-paced, evolving environments

Need Experience in :

• Working in front-office FX or FICC trading environments
• Exposure to FX datasets and real-time trading systems
• Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies