Python Software Engineer

Hunter Bond — United Kingdom · Posted ~2 hours ago

Senior Full-time

Skills

Python backend development RESTful APIs microservices SQL distributed systems REST Spark Kafka

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A Python engineering role focused on designing high-performance backend systems and distributed platforms. You will work with large-scale data, APIs, and modern software architecture while contributing throughout the development lifecycle.

Highlights

Join a high-performance engineering environment focused on scalable platforms, complex data systems, and impactful backend development in the financial sector.

Description

Role: Python Software Engineer Location: London Compensation: £150,000 per annum + Bonus & Benefits Sector: Leading Fintech Overview We’re partnering with a prominent technology-driven finance firm seeking a skilled Python Developer to join their London engineering team. This is a chance to work alongside top-tier technologists from leading tech and trading backgrounds on some of the most advanced software in the financial sector. You’ll contribute to building one of the most scalable and high-performance data platforms globally, taking part in the full software development lifecycle and having a real impact on both technology and business outcomes. What you’ll do Develop and maintain backend systems using Python, focusing on performance and scalabilityBuild and integrate RESTful microservices within a complex distributed architectureWork with large-scale data sets, leveraging SQL and big data tools (e.g., Spark, Kafka)Influence system design and contribute to the technical roadmapCollaborate closely with a highly skilled engineering team to deliver innovative solutions What we’re looking for Strong commercial experience with Python (2+ years)Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful servicesSolid SQL skills and familiarity with large-scale data processingKnowledge of big data technologies such as Spark and KafkaExperience in finance is preferred, but not essentialStrong academic background, ideally in Computer Science or a related discipline If this opportunity excites you, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion — interviews are happening immediately.