Python Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Python Engineer (Fintech): Developing highly scalable applications and deploying them within Azure environments with an accent on database optimization and system reliability. Focus on building robust financial systems, enhancing front-end components, and ensuring code excellence through rigorous testing and documentation.

Location: Must be based in Charlotte, NC

Compensation: $150,000–$200,000

Company

A specialized firm providing technology staffing and solutions for the financial industry.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain scalable backend applications using Python.
• Deploy and manage interconnected components within the Azure cloud ecosystem.
• Enhance user-facing interfaces using React, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in existing codebases.
• Maintain high engineering standards by implementing comprehensive unit tests.
• Document project architecture and key technical specifications.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional development experience in Python.
• Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL database systems.
• Experience with distributed computing frameworks.
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols across complex systems.
• Strong experience with Agile methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Nice to have

• Experience with Databricks and Azure cloud computing.
• Prior background in building Value-at-Risk (VaR) systems.
• Exposure to Power BI tools for data visualization.