Python Developer (Financial Services)

MethodHub; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 79,556 - 113,307; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a Senior Manager for Recruitment and Talent Acquisition in Boston. The role focuses on Python/SQL development for Risk and Investments IT team, requiring strong technical abilities and interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of financial services and experience with modern development practices. Onsite work in Boston office for 4 days a week, offering contract employment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in financial services preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Test-driven development in Python and Aurora RDS.
• Basic AWS knowledge around ALB, Lambda, REST APIs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead solving business needs in Risk & investments area.
• Follow modern SDLC principles and change control standards.
• Develop and troubleshoot a diverse range of problems.

Skills

Test-driven development

React UI (Next.js)

Python (FAST API)

AWS lambda

Financial services knowledge

Fixed income pricing Market Data

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Job description

This range is provided by MethodHub. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Senior Manager - Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Delivery & Account Management | India | North America | Canada

Python/SQL developer (Fixed income Market Data pricing)

Location: Boston (Complete onsite)

Interviews will be conducted in person in Boston office.

Responsibilities

Candidate needs to work in person 4 days a week from Boston (Brighton) office and will be part of Risk and Investments IT team and primarily be responsible for leading solving business needs in Risk & investments area primarily using Python (including FAST API), next.js React, Mendix & SQL as primary sources of technology.

The role will follow modern SDLC principles, test driven development, source code reviews, and change control standards to maintain compliance with policies. This role requires a highly motivated individual with strong technical ability, excellent communication and collaboration skills including the ability to develop and troubleshoot a diverse range of problems and influence stakeholders to get consensus on key decisions to ensure project deliveries are made under tight deadlines.

Required Technical Qualifications and Experience

• Strong knowledge/experience of Test‑driven development in Python and Aurora RDS is a must.
• Advanced knowledge of React UI (Next.js) /Python (FAST API) along with AWS lambda experience would be an added plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in financial services is preferred with basic understanding of Bonds, Loans, Mortgage‑backed securities.
• Specific knowledge of Fixed income pricing Market Data would be an added plus.
• Basic AWS knowledge around ALB, Lambda, REST APIs is preferred.

Interpersonal Skills

• Client Service: Proven ability to build global relationships and communicate complex issues to a wide array of stakeholders with differing levels of product experience.
• Communication: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage professionally and persuasively with stakeholders and senior figures within the firm.
• Leadership Capabilities: Ability to think critically and apply thought leadership.
• Accountability: Self‑motivated and proactive team player who takes ownership of projects with the aptitude to manage stakeholders’ expectations and follow‑through with professionalism.
• Team Player: Thrives in a teamwork‑oriented environment and works well under pressure.
• Analytical Skills: Proven analytical skills, problem solving ability, and a control mentality paired with meticulous attention to detail.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required and the ability to work with web‑based applications.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting and Software Development