Python Developer (London Area)

Python Developer

6 months Contract (High likelihood of extension)

London (4 Days onsite, Mon-Thu)

ASAP Start

Overview:

A Python Developer is required by a leading Financial Services Client to support the buildout and refinement of Python-based solutions across investment and operational functions.

This role will suit a hands-on developer with experience in delivering scalable applications, working in complex, cross-functional environments, and setting best practice in Python engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure, scalable Python applications and APIs
• Define and apply development standards, code quality controls, and reusable components
• Build frameworks for Python Notebooks and client-facing tools in alignment with business use cases
• Contribute to and lead code reviews, automated testing, and DevOps CI/CD processes
• Advise on and implement AI/machine learning pipelines in Python where applicable
• Work with stakeholders across Technology, Operations, and Investment teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
• Provide mentoring and documentation to uplift Python capability within the team

Desired Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Python development, ideally within financial services
• Strong knowledge of Python frameworks (e.g. Flask, Django), data libraries (Pandas, NumPy)
• Cloud-native experience, especially Microsoft Azure (Functions, Data Lake, etc.)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices (Git, CI/CD, testing frameworks)
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and API integration
• Proven experience working in fast-paced, regulated environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to have:

• Experience with financial modelling and asset management tools
• Knowledge of AI/ML integrations in Python