Python Developer

London hybrid

12 month contract

Inside ir35

Job Description:

The role is to work as an application developer within the Securities Lending technology team in London. Securities Lending is responsible for facilitating short sales for clients including Hedge Funds and Internal Trading Desks, Collateral automation for Asset Optimization Group (AOG) and Supply Desk automation to source external Inventory

Mandatory Skills

Strong Python development experience interacting with both data in motion (Amps, Kafka) and data in rest (SQL server/ Sybase/ Oracle) experience Good understanding of Agile and Lean software development practices and associated tools Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to work with senior stakeholders in front, middle and back office Problem solving skills e.g. ability to lead root cause analysis, own resolutions & Strategic thinker who can see the big picture and provide thought leadership.

Preferred:

React JS, .Net development experience a plus Application Management experience Knowledge of Bank technologies (Quartz/Risk - IMM) Knowledge of Securities Lending or Prime Financing is desirable Product and Client static data is desirable

TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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