We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer with 15+ years of expertise in building scalable and high-performance applications. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in backend development, APIs, and cloud technologies.
Roles & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize Python-based analytics platforms supporting portfolio performance, risk, and attribution calculations.
Build and enhance calculation engines and batch processing pipelines for analyzing equity and fixed income portfolios.
Work with large-scale financial and time-series datasets, ensuring high levels of accuracy, performance, and auditability.
Collaborate closely with quantitative analysts and investment teams to translate complex financial models into scalable, production-ready Python solutions.
Maintain and support applications in Linux and cloud environments, ensuring reliability, scalability, and efficiency.
Implement best practices in software development, including unit testing, code optimization, and maintainability.
Continuously improve system performance and enhance analytics frameworks to meet evolving business needs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor s or Master s degree in a quantitative or computational field such as:
Computer Science
Applied Mathematics
Statistics
Financial Engineering / Financial Mathematics
5+ years of hands-on experience in Python development, preferably in analytics, data engineering, or quantitative domains.
Strong expertise in:
Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy)
SQL for data analysis and querying
Linux/Unix environments
Shell scripting for automation
Proven experience in designing and implementing computationally intensive systems for financial or data-driven applications.
Solid understanding of software engineering principles, including:
Modular design
Version control (Git)
Testing frameworks
Performance tuning
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including quantitative researchers and business stakeholders.
Demonstrated interest in financial markets, data analytics, and quantitative problem-solving.
Key Skills (Highlights)
Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy)
Financial Analytics & Quantitative Modeling
SQL & Data Analysis
Linux / Unix & Shell Scripting
Performance Optimization & Scalable Systems
Time-Series Data Processing
Cloud & Batch Processing Pipelines
Software Engineering Best Practices
We offer a professional work environment and are given every opportunity to grow in the Information technology world.
Note
Candidates are required to attend Phone/Video Call / In-person interviews and after Selection of candidate (He/She) should go through all background checks on Education and Experience.
Please email your resume to: jhansib@petadata.co /keshini@petadata.co
Contact No: 510-279-6667 /510-279-6980
After carefully reviewing your experience and skills one of our HR team members will contact you on the next steps.