Senior Python Developer - with Financial Domain :: Iselin, NJ (Hybrid, 3 days in a week) :: Local Candidate

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Algorithms
Amazon Web Services
Analytics
Apache Hadoop
Apache Spark
Attention To Detail
Big Data
C++
Capital Market
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Communication
Computer Science
Conflict Resolution
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
Data Collection
Data Integrity
Database
Docker
Documentation
Economics
Emerging Technologies
FOCUS
Finance
Financial Analysis
Financial Information eXchange
Financial Software
Java
Machine Learning (ML)
Market Analysis
Microsoft Azure
Modeling
MongoDB
NoSQL
PostgreSQL
Problem Solving
Python
Quantitative Analysis
Risk Management
SQL
Software Design
Statistical Models
Storage
Teamwork
Testing
Trading
Workflow

Job Details

Role - Senior Python Developer

Work location: Iselin, NJ (Hybrid, 3 days in a week)

Duration: Long Term Contract

In-person Interview is required

Recent finance domain experience is MUST

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Python Developer with extensive experience in capital markets to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced financial applications, trading systems, and analytics platforms. You will play a crucial role in implementing scalable solutions and optimizing our core trading and risk management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, optimize, and maintain high-performance Python-based applications for trading, risk management, and market data analysis.
  • Collaborate with quantitative analysts, traders, and business teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust software solutions.
  • Design and implement data collection, processing, and storage pipelines, ensuring data integrity and security.
  • Integrate with external trading platforms, APIs, market data feeds, and other financial systems.
  • Enhance existing systems with new features, performance improvements, and automation.
  • Conduct code reviews, testing, and documentation to maintain high code quality standards.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, financial regulations, and emerging technologies relevant to capital markets.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of development experience with a strong focus on Python.
  • In-depth knowledge of capital markets, financial instruments, trading architectures, and workflows.
  • Proven experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Hands-on experience with financial data APIs, FIX protocol, and market data feeds.
  • Familiarity with quantitative modeling, algorithms, and financial analysis.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure), containers (Docker), and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Exposure to C++, Java, or other languages used in trading systems.
  • Knowledge of machine learning and statistical modeling techniques.
  • Experience with big data tools like Spark or Hadoop.
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