Senior Python Developer

We are looking for an experienced professional with advanced skills in Python development, as well as expertise in batch data processing and large-scale automated data systems. In this role, you will be responsible for developing new tools to streamline traders' workflows and supporting the scaling of our trading system.

What you'll do

• Build, test and maintain backtests optimization service
• Maintain and enhance the existing production codebase (Python, Bash)
• Develop a new tool for selecting the optimal configuration of the trading system (faster, more reliable, and scalable to a larger number of servers)
• Automate routine analytical and trading tasks, and integrate external (slower) data sources to enhance the automated management of the trading system
• Improve the trading system's infrastructure by migrating non-performance-critical business logic from C++ to Python
• Monitor system performance and promptly resolve any issues related to the code
• Identify and implement opportunities for system enhancements and optimization

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science or a related STEM field, with equivalent practical experience
• Python expert with deep knowledge of its submodules, along with exceptional debugging and analytical skills
• Extensive experience with Linux, including Bash and understanding of Linux server architecture and operations
• Proficiency in task distribution, scheduling, MPQ, and developing scalable RESTful services with Python
• Experience with running profilers, debuggers, and performing general troubleshooting and debugging tasks
• Ability to analyze and optimize the performance of data queries, jobs, and pipelines, identifying and resolving bottlenecks
• Strong knowledge of Docker and version control systems like Git

Nice to have