Python Developer - Commodities

Python Developer - Commodities
Location: Canary Wharf, London (3 days onsite)
Daily Rate: 750 - 850 (inside IR35 via umbrella)
Contract Length: 10 months initially


Are you a skilled Python Developer looking for your next challenge? Join our client based in the heart of Canary Wharf, a mere 4-minute walk from the train station. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and make a significant impact within a leading organisation in the commodities sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Services Development & Maintenance: Design, develop, and maintain high-performing, fault-tolerant Python services to deliver an exceptional user experience for our clients.
• Business As Usual (BAU) Support: Engage with stakeholders including traders and finance managers, providing day-to-day support by analysing and resolving reported issues.
• Collaboration with Internal Technology Teams: Partner with the Markets Quantitative Analytics (MQA) team to integrate analytics pricing models with the Risk Platform, as well as the Commodities Market Data (CMD) team, ensuring a seamless flow of market data for risk computation.
• Global Team Collaboration: Work effectively with the global Commodities Technology team, ensuring cohesive communication and collaboration across various geographies.
• Integration with Supporting Libraries: Integrate other libraries, such as Market Data and Trade Repository libraries, into the Risk Platform, requiring a solid understanding of their design and functionality.
• Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of the latest technological trends and developments to enhance personal and team capabilities.

Experience/Background:

• Solid background in commodities risk with experience interacting with trading desks.
• Minimum of 6+ years of hands-on experience in Python; experience in C# and SQL Server is advantageous.
• Proven record of strong delivery within a large, distributed enterprise platform.
• Familiarity with React is a plus, as the ideal candidate may work across both front and back-end.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system and application issues.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in commodities risk and PnL, particularly with assets such as Crude Oil, Natural Gas, and Power. Knowledge of risk Greeks and product types (Options, Futures, Swaps) is essential.
• Experience with Python, C#, and database development in a microservices architecture, along with queuing technologies.
• Excellent software engineering skills, including SOLID principles and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and automated deployment tools such as Jenkins, OpenShift/Kubernetes, TeamCity, and uDeploy.

If you are passionate about technology, have a strong background in commodities risk, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Python Developer with our client.

Apply Today by replying with your updated CV. Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.


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