Senior Python Engineer - Trading & Research Systems

Job Description

Senior Python Engineer – Trading & Research Systems

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Westbury Partners – Sydney NSW

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Full time

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3d ago , from E-Financial Careers Australia

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• Develop and maintain high-performance Python applications for trading, research, and risk management.
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• Collaborate with traders, researchers, and quants to design scalable and efficient software solutions.
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• Build automation tools that enhance trading workflows and optimize research capabilities.
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• Deploy, test, and iterate rapidly to drive continuous improvements.
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• Balance trade-offs between latency, throughput, scalability, and maintainability.
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Your Responsibilities Will Include:

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• Writing clean, efficient, and scalable Python code.
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• Enhancing quantitative research infrastructure, including back-testing frameworks and distributed computing tools.
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• Building tools for trade analysis, visualization, and automation.
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• Implementing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and cloud-based data processing solutions.
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• Working with numerical computing frameworks like Pandas, NumPy, and Dask.
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• Managing containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
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• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth communication between engineers and traders.
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About You:

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• 5+ years of professional experience in Python software development.
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• Strong background in numerical computing and data processing.
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• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure, Kubernetes, and containerized environments.
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• Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks such as Dask or Spark.
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• Passion for problem-solving and technical innovation.
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• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
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• Financial industry experience is not required, but curiosity and a drive to learn are essential.
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