Software Developer - Data Analytics Team

Selby Jennings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic hedge fund in London is seeking a talented Software Developer for their Business Data Analytics team. This entry-level position involves developing data-driven applications, automating processes, and managing cloud-based workflows, primarily using Python and AWS. Ideal candidates will possess a computer science degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in software development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python, especially with web frameworks.
• Experience with AWS fundamentals and cloud infrastructure basics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain internal data applications using Python Dash.
• Convert data prototypes into scalable, production-ready tools.
• Build and manage cloud-based data workflows and integrations on AWS.

Skills

Python development

Cloud infrastructure

Web frameworks

Education

Computer science degree

Tools

AWS

SQL/NoSQL databases

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading systematic hedge fund, is seeking a talented Software Developer to join their Business Data Analytics team in London. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, transforming complex data into high-impact tools that drive strategic decision-making across the business. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform both internal and external data into high-value insights, empowering senior stakeholders in their strategic decision-making. By connecting tools, you will help unlock richer analytics and enable further LLM-driven applications.

You will be pivotal in developing and enhancing data-driven applications, building and maintaining data pipelines, APIs, and backend queries for production tooling. You will identify and proactively implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python development, especially with web frameworks, cloud infrastructure, and front-end technologies, with a passion for building clean, user-focused tools. The ideal candidate has a user-focused mindset with attention to design and performance and able to manage their own development pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain internal data applications using Python Dash.
• Convert data prototypes into scalable, responsive, production-ready tools.
• Build and manage cloud-based data workflows, pipelines, and integrations on AWS.
• Design modular, reusable components and APIs for internal dashboards and tools.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline operations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience and computer science degree.
• Strong proficiency in Python, especially with web frameworks like Dash or FastAPI.
• Experience with AWS fundamentals and cloud infrastructure basics.
• Knowledge of API design, SQL/NoSQL databases, and integration of multiple systems.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

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