Python Developer - Flask / Django

Job Description :

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and secure Python-based applications and microservices, with a strong focus on backend development.
• Build and enhance web applications using modern Python frameworks such as Flask, Django, or Fast API, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
• Collaborate closely with quantitative analysts, portfolio managers, traders, and other business stakeholders to understand requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver impactful solutions.
• Integrate various internal and external financial data sources and APIs (e.g., market data, portfolio data, risk analytics providers).
• Develop robust data processing pipelines (ETL / ELT) for financial data, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and efficient flow.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from architectural design and coding to testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
• Implement best practices for code quality, security, performance optimization, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.
• Actively participate in code reviews, design discussions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and technical stack.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team.
• Demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for assigned projects, working effectively with minimal Skills & Experience :
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 5- 6 years of hands on experience in Python development.
• Proven experience in building Python web applications using frameworks such as Flask, Django, or Fast API.
• Solid understanding of relational and / or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB) and proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with RESTful API design and development.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of ambiguity and autonomy.
• Highly motivated, self-starter with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

(ref : hirist.tech)