Global Markets Python Developer

$135,200 - $166,400/Yr

The Matlen Silver Group - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Global Markets Python Developer will play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of applications within the Global Market and Banking sectors. This position requires a strong background in Python programming, as well as experience in financial services, particularly in derivatives. The developer will be responsible for enhancing existing applications and creating new solutions that meet the needs of the business. Daily responsibilities will include assisting the Desk and Finance teams with trading and front office reporting, ensuring that all requirements are captured and developed in accordance with user expectations. The role demands proficiency in Python and Java, along with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts and design patterns. The developer will also engage in detailed data analysis to proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring compliance with relevant rules and regulations. Attention to detail is paramount, as is the ability to learn new skills and concepts quickly. The developer will coordinate work across various applications and projects to achieve the required business objectives, supporting projects based on their complexity and role. In addition to development tasks, the Global Markets Python Developer will participate in the design, development, and implementation of data warehousing technologies, providing recommendations for software application systems that utilize big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and AMPS. The developer will serve as a subject matter expert in data warehousing and ETL technologies, translating business needs into formal requirements and deliverables. Leadership skills are essential, as the developer will guide team members and ensure successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, modify, and maintain applications in Global Market and Banking.
• Assist Desk/Finance on trading and front office reporting on a daily basis.
• Formulate and capture requirements in Jira and ensure they are developed and delivered according to agreed goals with users.
• Perform detailed data analysis to proactively identify and resolve issues to comply with rules and regulations.
• Coordinate work across various applications, operations, or projects to maintain or deliver required business objectives.
• Participate in the design, development, reviews, and implementation of data warehousing based technology platforms.
• Provide technology recommendations for designing, implementation, modification, or conversion of software application systems involving big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and AMPS.
• Support the process of translating business needs into formal business requirements and corresponding deliverables.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for various data warehousing and ETL technologies.
• Implement projects and solutions as outlined in the requirements, design, and project charter.
• Provide leadership on projects and guide team members in achieving results.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent degree.
• 8+ years of professional experience, with banking experience being a plus.
• Proficient in Python and Java, with a strong understanding of OOP concepts and design patterns.
• Financial knowledge in derivatives is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, leadership skills, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and AMPS.