About The Company
SF Recruitment is a reputable and dynamic recruitment agency specializing in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations across various industries. Known for its commitment to excellence and integrity, SF Recruitment has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet the unique needs of clients and candidates alike. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, emphasizing continuous growth, innovation, and professional development. With a focus on building long-term relationships, SF Recruitment is dedicated to helping organizations achieve their strategic goals by sourcing top-tier talent in a timely and efficient manner.
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Python Developer to join a market-leading financial services organization on a fully remote basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking team that is focused on developing innovative solutions to streamline business processes and enhance operational efficiencies. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the lead Engineer to design, develop, and implement new platform functionalities, particularly focusing on automation middleware to improve usability and drive digital transformation. This position is ideal for a mid-level software developer with a passion for leveraging the latest technologies to solve complex business challenges within the financial services sector. The role requires a proactive individual capable of translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions, contributing to the company's ongoing success and growth.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of commercial Python development experience, with a strong understanding of best practices and coding standards.
- Experience working on business transaction projects such as pension, banking, accounting, payments, or back-office processing systems.
- Proficiency with Python frameworks including Flask, Django, or FastAPI.
- Solid knowledge of MySQL or similar relational database management systems.
- Experience working within fast-paced financial services or accounting environments.
- Exposure to Azure cloud services and infrastructure.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
- Experience integrating automation solutions into existing platforms is highly desirable.
- Ability to understand and translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications and middleware solutions to automate business processes within the financial services domain.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into scalable technical solutions.
- Implement and optimize APIs, ensuring seamless integration with existing platforms and systems.
- Contribute to the development of new platform functionalities, focusing on automation and usability enhancements.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide technical guidance and support.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve solutions and processes.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to applications and infrastructure.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary of up to £60,000.
- Long-term, fully remote working arrangement, providing flexibility and work-life balance.
- Performance-based bonus scheme.
- Flexible working hours to accommodate personal commitments.
- Clear opportunities for career progression and personal development.
- Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays.
- Private pension scheme to support future financial security.
- Private healthcare coverage for added peace of mind.
- Regular salary reviews to recognize and reward performance.
Equal Opportunity
SF Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring practices are designed to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all applicants, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.
