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Python Software Engineer (Front Office)
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Python Software Engineer (Front Office)
Senior Front Office Python Engineer
About the Role
Save up to £125,000 + Bonus + Exceptional Benefits
- Location: Central London (3 days onsite)
- Partner: Leading global investment bank
- Team: High-performing trading technology team
- Role: Hands-on, front-office position working directly with traders and quants on real-time Risk and P&L systems, embedded in a fast-paced trading environment.
The Opportunity
You will take ownership of critical trading systems, collaborating closely with the EMEA Non-Linear Trading Desk to:
- Design, build, and enhance real-time risk and P&L platforms
- Deliver front-to-back solutions for new product enablement
- Work directly with:
- Traders
- Quants
- Risk managers
- Develop low-latency, event-driven systems in a high-impact trading environment
Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
Experience & Background
- Extensive hands-on Python development experience
- Previous experience in banking / financial services (Tier 1 preferred)
- Strong front-office exposure (direct interaction with trading desks)
- Proven experience building both Risk AND P&L systems
- Background in Rates / Fixed Income / derivatives
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Technical Proficiency
- Primary: Python
- Also beneficial: C++, Java, or C#
- Experience with:
- Trading platforms
- Risk systems
- Pricing engines
- High-performance, real-time systems expertise
What’s On Offer
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Salary | Up to £125,000 |
| Bonus | Discretionary |
| Pension | Generous |
| Healthcare | Private healthcare + wellness support |
| Flexibility | Extensive flexible benefits package |
| Family Leave | Enhanced support |
| Wellbeing | Travel & lifestyle perks |
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Working Model
- 3 days per week in Central London (hybrid)
Why Apply?
This rare opportunity allows you to:
- Join a front-office engineering team where your work directly influences trading decisions and revenue.
- Work within a globally recognised banking institution, maximising impact in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment.
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