Python Developer jobs in South Africa

Our client, a globally recognised Investment Management firm, is seeking a Python AWS Developer. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on an innovative strategy platform. You will join a new team, working closely with international teams to build next gen. platforms. This role provides an excellent chance to gain valuable skills understanding the business and contribute towards achieving significant efficiencies and new capabilities that result in higher returns for their clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide senior-level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases.
• Translate technical specifications into code for complex projects.
• Elevate code to development, test, and production environments on schedule.
• Understand software development methodology and architecture standards.
• Participate in design, code, and test inspections throughout the lifecycle.
• Interface with cross-functional team members and communicate system issues.
• Work with business-facing IT teams to deliver new solutions.
• Build thought leadership and expertise in best-practice solution design and implementation.

Key Requirements:

• Experience with micro-services and service-oriented architecture.
• Experience across Python (6+ years)
• Familiarity with public cloud computing technologies (preferably Amazon Web Services).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Java.
• Knowledge of SimCorp’s Dimension, IBOR, and Data solution offerings (preferred).
• Agile development experience (using tools like Jira) and understanding of the full software development life cycle.
• Middle Office / Financial industry experience (preferably on the buy side and/or sell side).
• Experience in developing applications for a global user base.
• Involvement in transformation projects demonstrating ability to drive significant changes within an organization.
• Understanding of OKTA Single Sign-On (SAML 2.0).

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: City of London

Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum + bonus + benefits

Job Reference: 3LPIYC-24BEA5D8

Date posted: 8 April 2025

Consultant: Albertine Hedley

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