Python PySpark Developer | Compliance | Experienced Hire

Technically Media Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Python PySpark Developer to join their compliance technology team. In this role, you will design and build tools that enhance surveillance and monitoring systems, utilizing your expertise in Python, Spark, and big data technologies. Collaborating with strategy developers and quantitative researchers, you'll translate complex trading challenges into scalable solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact the firm's operations while working in a dynamic environment that values curiosity and innovation. If you are passionate about technology and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive perks and benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with object-oriented languages.
• Deep knowledge of Python and Spark for big data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance surveillance and monitoring systems for compliance.
• Develop high-performance solutions using Hadoop and Spark.

Skills

Python

Spark

Hadoop

Object-oriented design

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Python PySpark Developer | Compliance | Experienced Hire

The compliance technology team develops surveillance, monitoring, and reporting tools for the compliance business community. This team is responsible for designing and developing tools for the oversight of Susquehanna’s trading activities across various products, including options, equities, futures, fixed income, cryptocurrencies, and more.

In this role, you will:

• Design and build new tools and enhance existing surveillance and monitoring systems for the compliance business.
• Develop solutions using Hadoop and Spark.
• Work on projects requiring deep knowledge of Python and Spark to deliver high-performance, custom big data solutions.

What you can expect from us:

Impact: We design and optimize systems that process massive data volumes with high performance and stability, making a firm-wide impact through innovative technology.

Collaboration: Partner with Strategy Developers and Quantitative Researchers to translate complex trading problems into scalable hardware solutions.

Growth: No prior proprietary trading or financial experience is necessary; we value curiosity, problem-solving, and a desire to learn and innovate.

Benefits: Competitive perks and benefits are offered.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least six (6) years of experience developing software with object-oriented languages.
• Strong object-oriented design skills and big data experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of recent hands-on experience with Hadoop and Spark.
• Willingness to participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Team-oriented, analytical mindset, and effective communication skills.
• Financial services or market knowledge is a plus.

About Susquehanna: A global quantitative trading firm focused on derivatives and market making, handling millions of transactions daily, with a culture rooted in game theory and probabilistic thinking.