About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Python Developer with experience in scripting and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in banking or equities and be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining financial applications and data pipelines.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain scalable Python-based applications and scripts. Design and implement data pipelines and ETL processes on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Optimize application performance and ensure security best practices in a financial environment. Work closely with quants, traders, and financial analysts to develop solutions for market data analysis and trade execution. Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes. Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve existing applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems. Required Skills & Qualifications: 7+ years of experience in Python development, with strong scripting capabilities. Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services such as BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, and Pub/Sub. Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, BigQuery). Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and API development. Prior experience working in the banking, equities, or financial services sector. Proficiency in Linux shell scripting and automation tools. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with market data processing, trade execution, or risk analysis is a plus. Knowledge of machine learning, quantitative finance, or financial modeling is a plus.

 

Please note: This is a 12 month contract and must have scripting and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). 

 

GFT does not sponsor anyone for this role outside of Canada.