Senior Python Developer / Backend Software Engineer London to £130k (2 year FTC)

Hedge Fund with over $10 billion under management is seeking a technologist Python Developer to join their Quant Analytics team to build a Greenfield quant library from scratch and be the go to person for software engineering within the team.

This is a senior, hands-on role where you can make a real impact; you'll take ownership working across the full software development lifecycle from requirements through to deployment with a focus on complex backend systems.

Location / WFH:

You'll join colleagues in the London office with flexibility to work from home once a week; there's a friendly and collaborative environment with casual dress code and a range of facilities.

About you:

• You are degree educated in a relevant discipline from a top tier university (Russel Group / Oxbridge), Computer Science preferred
• You have expertise with Python
• You have strong Git experience
• You have a thorough understanding of Computer Science fundamentals including OOP, Data Structures, Design Patterns, Algorithms
• You have a good knowledge of APIs
• Experience within a finance / trading environment is beneficial but not necessary, technical skills of greater importance

What's in it for you:

As a Senior Python Developer / Backend Software Engineer you will earn a competitive package - please note this role is on a two year fixed term contract with full benefits:

• Salary to £130k (negotiable) + bonus
• Pension and Private Healthcare
• Hybrid working (x3 days in London office)
• Impactful role working on cutting edge AI technology
• Excellent career growth opportunities

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