Python Software Engineer - Financial Trading Systems

Software Engineer (Python) | Front Office - Derivatives | London Hybrid | Up to £65k + Bonus + Benefits A Python Developer is required by a leading Structured Products team to support the front office of their hedging division. This is a quite unique Python Developer opportunity because it is one where you will be working with all trading desks in a small development team with full exposure to all technology decisions within their Python realm. It also does not require previous Financial Services background but an interest in it would definitely be advantageous. You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment helping Quants and Technology teams to deliver scalable trading services on Python. This Python Developer role offers the chance to influence architectural decisions and contribute to modernising core platforms used across trading. Key Responsibilities: Engineering high-quality backend services using core Python, developing software from scratch rather than simple scripting (experience with OOP is important)Working closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver robust, well-architected solutionsSupporting the evolution of system architecture and best practicesHelping the frontend team when needed Tech Stack & Experience Required: Strong core Python engineering experience (2+ years)Exposure to OOP is hugely beneficialKnowledge of trading environments is a bonus but financial services exposure sufficesCreating production level code is essentialSolid communication skills - able to work closely with technical and non technical stakeholders Offer: Up to £65,000 base salary + bonus (20%+)BenefitsHybrid working: 3 days in office in London, St Paul's If you’re interested in this Python Engineering role, please apply or send your latest CV to tomasz@virtuetech.io Software Engineer (Python) | Front Office - Derivatives | London Hybrid | Up to £65k + Bonus + Benefits