Custom Software Engineer

Accenture in India; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture in India is seeking a Python Automation Specialist to join our team, focusing on automation across capital markets operations. You will develop custom software solutions, leverage automation frameworks, and contribute to high-performing, scalable systems.

The role requires 6–8 years of Python development and Unix automation, with strong communication skills and ability to work across time zones; EMEA coverage and extended hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience required.
• 6-8 years of Python development and Unix automation experience.
• Exposure to capital markets or financial services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop custom software solutions across systems or applications using modern frameworks.
• Design, code, and enhance components with agile practices.
• Automate testing and tooling to support capital markets operations.
• Troubleshoot and debug in Unix environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones.
• Document technical designs and knowledge sharing materials.

Skills

Automated Testing

Python

Unix

Education

15 years full time education

Tools

Jira

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Project Role : Custom Software Engineer

Project Role Description : Develop custom software solutions to design, code, and enhance components across systems or applications. Use modern frameworks and agile practices to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions tailored to specific business needs.

Must have skills : Automated Testing

Good to have skills : NA

Minimum 5 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required

Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Python Automation Specialist to join our team, supporting capital markets operations across the EMEA region. This role requires strong technical expertise in automation technologies combined with foundational knowledge of financial markets.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Expert-level proficiency in Python programming with focus on automation frameworks and scripting
• Experience with automation tools, jira, CI/CD pipelines
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in Unix environments
• Basic understanding of Capital Markets including trading systems, market data, and financial instruments
• Familiarity with financial workflows and regulatory requirements preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to financial technology systems
• EMEA shift coverage with standard hours extending until 10 PM IST
• Flexibility to work beyond standard shift hours during critical incidents or project deadlines (rare occasions)
• Strong commitment to operational excellence and system reliability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across different time zones
• Strong documentation and knowledge sharing practices

Professional & Technical Skills:

• 6 - 8 years of experience in Python development and Unix automation
• Previous exposure to financial services or capital markets environment
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently during extended hours
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Adaptable to fast-paced, mission-critical environments

Additional Information:

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge low latency financial technology
• Exposure to global capital markets
• Collaborative international team environment
• Professional development in both technical and financial domains