Senior/Lead Python Engineer

Careeroom LTD

Full time · Senior · Hybrid · Yerevan

Job description

The company develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. They seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Their teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

They are seeking an exceptional Lead Engineer to join a small team working on complex data pipelines, AI/ML systems, and cutting-edge software solutions.

Tasks to do

This role will be responsible for managing technical objectives, providing technical leadership, and maintaining a hands-on approach to development. The ideal candidate will work closely across teams within the company as part of business-facing technology organization.

A successful candidate will possess deep expertise in Python development, data engineering, software architecture, and design principles. They should be able to mentor junior team members, conduct code reviews, and drive architectural decisions. Experience with AI and large language models (LLMs) is highly desirable.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field from a top-tier institution.
• 7+ years of experience as a Python developer, with a strong focus on data engineering and AI/ML systems.
• Expert-level knowledge of Python and its ecosystem, including experience with data processing libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and PySpark.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and efficient data pipelines.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in version control systems (Git), CI/CD practices, and agile methodologies.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in the finance industry is a plus but not required.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, or scikit-learn, LLM, agents or systems of agents is a significant plus.

What to expect from us

• Dynamic work without routine in a leading international company;
• Competitive compensation package, which may include annual bonuses and salary increases;
• Healthy work-life balance support (flexible start time, parental leave, sabbatical after 5 years of service etc);
• Culture of continuous learning: certification, online and offline training in Armenia and abroad, English classes, mentoring in professional development;
• Fruits & snacks in the office;
• Relocation package in certain cases;
• Location: Yerevan