Python Developer

Mindlance; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer (Python, Java) to join our Investments & Capital Markets team in a full-time on-site role in McLean, VA. You will help build and scale an enterprise forecasting platform supporting long-term financial projections and regulatory compliance.

You will refactor, implement, and test core forecasting engine features, working with FP&A and stakeholders to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on software development using a modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java).
• 2–3 years of experience using Git for source control in a team‑based environment.
• 2–3 years of experience with SQL and relational database development.
• 1–2 years of experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with shell scripting for automation, troubleshooting, and operational support.
• 2–3 years of experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest, JUnit) and automated test coverage.
• An understanding of fixed income concepts is helpful.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and Agile development familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Refactor and modernize existing components of the financial accounting and forecasting application to improve maintainability, performance, and scalability.
• Develop and enhance core forecasting engine features to improve model accuracy, runtime efficiency, and enterprise readiness.
• Support quarterly production runs for financial reporting by monitoring execution and ensuring data integrity.
• Diagnose and resolve defects, reduce technical debt, and drive continuous improvements.
• Write clean, robust code with automated unit and integration tests and good coverage.
• Collaborate with team across data, services, APIs, and infrastructure to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Partner with FP&A and stakeholders to implement forecasting capabilities and scenario analysis.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, platform migrations, and new technology adoption.
• Contribute to design discussions, code reviews, and documentation.

Skills

Python

Java

Git

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

Shell scripting

Unit testing

Agile

Communication

JIRA

Tools

JIRA

Job description

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”

Note: There is a requirement for a direct in-person interview, so only those candidates who are local to the DMV (DC, MD, VA) area and can attend the in-person interview should apply, please.

Title:

Senior Full Stack Developer (Python, Java)

Location:

Full-time on-site M-F in Mclean, VA

Overview:

Client’s Investments & Capital Markets division is currently seeking a Sr. Software Developer who can contribute to the firm’s enterprise forecasting platform that supports long-term financial projections, enabling strategic planning and decision-making. The developer will be involved in developing and enhancing core features of the forecasting engines to improve model accuracy, performance, and scalability, as well as providing support for critical quarterly/yearly production runs used in financial reporting to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of outputs. The developer will also collaborate closely with FP&A and other stakeholders to implement new forecasting capabilities, support scenario analysis, and meet evolving business and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Refactor and modernize existing components of the financial accounting and forecasting application to improve maintainability, performance, and scalability.
• Develop and enhance core forecasting engine features to improve model accuracy, runtime efficiency, and enterprise readiness.
• Support critical quarterly production runs for financial reporting by monitoring execution, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of outputs.
• Diagnose and resolve defects, reduce technical debt, and drive continuous improvements to ensure alignment with software engineering best practices.
• Write clean, robust, high-quality code following best practices, supported by automated unit and integration tests with strong coverage.
• Coordinate with team members across different layers of the stack (data, services, APIs, and infrastructure) to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Partner with FP&A and other stakeholders to implement new forecasting capabilities, enable scenario analysis, and meet evolving business and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, platform migrations, and adoption of new technologies to improve reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to design discussions, code reviews, and documentation; demonstrate a commitment to collaborative problem-solving, thoughtful design, and high-quality deliverables

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of hands‑on software development experience using a modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java).
• 2–3 years of experience using Git for source control in a team‑based development environment.
• 2–3 years of experience with SQL and relational database development.
• 1–2 years of experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with shell scripting for automation, troubleshooting, and operational support.
• 2–3 years of experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest, JUnit) and implementing automated test coverage.
• An understanding of fixed income concepts, including duration, convexity, spread, and option‑adjusted spread (OAS).
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving skills, business acumen, and familiarity with Agile development processes.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting fundamentals, including revenue/expense recognition and amortization.
• CFA/FRM (or significant progress toward CFA/FRM/CPA).
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical and business concepts.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements, align on priorities, and drive delivery.
• Exposure to product and project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to support planning, tracking, and execution.