A top Miami, FL based hedge fund is looking for a seasoned python developer to join their new team working on pioneering projects in Capital Structure Arbitrage which will support the porfolio management group. This team is building a python-based platform that integrates datasets, analytics/pricing systems, and technology platforms across the firm. You'll be shaping a new system to standardize market data; to link diverse securities, derivatives and entities; to power research, exploration and backtesting workflows; and to build valuable, unique, seamless front office apps front office tools.
ResponsibilitiesDesign, build and maintain elegant, robust and high-performance APIs and servicesEnsure that our system is extensible, scalable, reliable and meets agreed-upon SLAs for both external users (PMs) and internal users (your teammates)Craft code that meets an exceptional standard for maintainability, readability and best practicesRecognize technical debt, and propose and implement solutions on your ownAdvocate for improvements to product quality and performance
Requirements7+ years of experience as a back-end or full-stack engineer, ideally on a front-office team at a hedge fund, focused on scalability, reliability and API design6+ years of experience with PythonStrong preference for working experience with fixed income products, especially basic pricing & analytics; ideally for front-office, investment management populationDemonstrated experience with building a product and rapidly iterating based on user feedbackProficiency & thoughtfulness around API design, testability/readability and system architecture
Total comp will be in the range for 375-445k.
