**Senior Python Engineer- Data Platform**

Job description

Tasks

• You will be part of the Data Platform Engineering team working on the development and implementation of our data platform Codices
• You will work on the planning, development and implementation of projects to create a scalable data architecture
• You will work closely with other teams, including quantitative researchers, data scientists and data engineers
• You will work on the development and implementation of applications and systems based on Python

Requirements

Required skills

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, ideally in Python
• Strong academic background and university degree in a mathematical/computer science subject such as computer science, mathematics or finance
• Proven good communication skills and experience of working in cross-functional teams
• Experience with the development of reliable production applications
• In-depth knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies such as Snowflake, Postgres, Cassandra etc.
• Strong interest in solving data-related challenges on a large scale
• Proficiency in at least one programming language; proficiency in software development principles; and clean coding practices
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time effectively across multiple projects and with competing business priorities and deadlines
• Experience with the creation and maintenance of a scalable data architecture
• Fluent in English

Desired skills

• Self-starter who can capitalize on opportunities; communicate and deliver them effectively
• In-depth knowledge of data modeling, data warehouses, mediation architecture
• Familiarity with one or more relevant databases or data formats, e.g. Apache Ignite, Postgres, Snowflake etc.
• Experience of working with large and unstructured data sets
• Good understanding of market data structures
• Can extract and manipulate financial data from databases and create data sets
• Change management skills to work effectively across different teams and seniority levels; ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Flexibility and pragmatism; able to prioritize and manage competing views
• Industry experience and knowledge; an advantage, but not required

We offer

• An inclusive work environment where challenges are an essential quality of opportunity
• A culture and values that fundamentally anchor inclusion
• A people-centered and inclusive approach to work practices and employee performance
• Opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives
• A comprehensive benefits package, including competitive vacation entitlements, pension funds, life and long-term disability insurance, group income protection and more
• Additional benefits such as private health insurance, discounted gym memberships and more
• Two annual 'man' days of paid leave to focus on community service activities