Senior Python Developer - Investment Bank Fintech Platform

Sokoni Kwetu Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sokoni Kwetu Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a senior Python developer to design and build enterprise software for financial services. You will own core Python components, collaborate with product teams, and contribute to a DevOps culture in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate has 7+ years of experience, a degree in engineering or computer science, and a solid grasp of microservices, Kubernetes, and data structures.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Python developer.
• Proven experience in designing and building enterprise applications.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in engineering or computer science.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software in accordance with company standards and protocols.
• Collaborate closely with the product team to create and implement new features and services.
• Operate within a DevOps environment utilizing agile development methodologies.
• Ensure that delivered items satisfy acceptance criteria.
• Take responsibility for Python components, including lifecycle event management, booking modules, and analytics reports.
• Acquire knowledge about the platforms functionality (the role encompasses more than just development/technical tasks).

Skills

Python

Leadership

AI basics

SDLC

Agile methodologies

English communication

Data structures (relational/JSON)

Problem solving

Financial products interest

Microservices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Django

FastAPI

Dash

Kubernetes

HTTP connectivity

Job description

Our client is the pioneering industry-supported, open messaging network for private banking and wealth management firms to connect with issuers of structured products, with some of the largest financial institutions globally as their clients

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software in accordance with company standards and protocols.
• Collaborate closely with the product team to create and implement new features and services.
• Operate within a DevOps environment utilizing agile development methodologies.
• Ensure that delivered items satisfy acceptance criteria.
• Take responsibility for Python components, including lifecycle event management, booking modules, and analytics reports.
• Acquire knowledge about the platforms functionality (the role encompasses more than just development/technical tasks).

Academics and Experience

• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Python developer.
• Proven experience in designing and building enterprise applications.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in engineering or computer science.

Key Skills

• Expertise in Python, including core libraries and tools (such as Django or FastAPI, Dash, etc.).
• Solid understanding of IT culture, including microservices, Kubernetes, and HTTP connectivity.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership capabilities and drive initiatives.
• Some knowledge of AI principles, including machine learning and large language models (LLMs).
• A strong desire to learn about financial products.
• Proficiency in designing data structures, both relational and JSON.
• Capability to comprehend application functionality.
• In-depth knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC), including agile methodologies and testing frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with financial markets, particularly derivatives products and transaction flows, is advantageous (candidates without financial experience will also be considered).