Python Developer

TEKsystems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Commuter benefits

EAP

PTO

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Software Engineer to support a Regulatory Reporting Platform in a hybrid Chicago, IL contract role. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable software for multi-jurisdictional regulatory reporting involving CFTC/EMIR/MiFID II, with exposure to financial engineering platforms.

The role requires 3+ years of software development, strong OOP, unit/integration testing, and collaboration with senior engineers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience.
• 1+ years of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) experience.
• Experience with Git or SVN.
• Experience with unit/integration testing and test automation.
• Familiarity with Agile SDLC.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable regulatory reporting software.
• Translate requirements into production-ready code.
• Build reusable, efficient, and testable applications.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, leads, and stakeholders.
• Create system designs and development specifications.
• Conduct unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Support and enhance existing apps while pursuing improvements.
• Participate in L3 production support.
• Champion code quality and development best practices.

Skills

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

SVN

Job description

Description

About the Role

Global Technology & Operations organization is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development and enhancement of a critical Transaction Reporting Regulatory Platform. This application supports multiple global regulatory jurisdictions and asset classes, including OTC Derivatives and Foreign Exchange (FX) products.

This is an opportunity to work on highly visible regulatory technology initiatives that directly support the firm's global trading and reporting obligations. Experience with CFTC, EMIR, or MiFID II transaction reporting is a strong plus but not required.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions for regulatory reporting applications
• Translate business and technical requirements into high-quality, production-ready code
• Build reusable, efficient, and testable applications using modern software engineering practices
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers, technical leads, and business stakeholders
• Create technical documentation including system designs, architecture diagrams, and development specifications
• Conduct unit, integration, and user acceptance testing to ensure successful deployments
• Support and enhance existing applications while driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in L3 production support and troubleshooting as needed
• Champion quality engineering standards, code reviews, and development best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of software development experience
• 1+ years of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) experience
• Strong understanding of source control tools such as Git or SVN
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test automation
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Python development experience
• Experience working with financial engineering platforms such as Quartz, SecDB, or Athena
• Understanding of distributed messaging systems and event-driven architectures
• Experience working within Unix/Linux environments
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and development
• Exposure to regulatory reporting frameworks including CFTC, EMIR, or MiFID II

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe, and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.