Python Developer

16 hours ago

Nashville, TN, United States Anveta Full-time
Title: Python Developer

Pay: $70 - 90/hour corp to corp depending upon expertise and years worked
Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid 3~4 days in-office 8am - 4pm CST workday.)


Duration - 12+ Months

Interview process: 3 Video interviews.

Job Role:
Create and refine quant algorithm scripts in Python to solve complex financial problems.
Close to a Data Science Engineer type of role.


Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge o f Python programming language and its frameworks, with a focus on back-end development.
  • Knowledge of software development principles and Object-Oriented development and design patterns ( C# experience a plus)
  • Experience with back-end technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, .NET, REST API, microservices , etc.
  • Understanding of parallel programming concepts and packages - parallelization/multiprocessing/cloud .
  • Working experience/knowledge of Azure is a plus (CI/CD, Kubernetes, Data Factory, Containers/Pods/Docker, [ AWS is ok - Azure equivalent ]
Quantitative and Analytical Skills:
  • Strong mathematical and statistical skills, with the ability to apply them to develop financial algorithms.
  • Experience in developing and optimizing quantitative algorithms for financial applications.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and optimize existing analytics solutions for improved performance.


Pre-screening interview video (5-10 min long)
  1. What is your experience with Pandas/DataFrame manipulation - what techniques do you use for data gathering/cleaning/storing?
  2. Speak about your approach to Object-oriented programming / performance optimization and data structure selection in your coding.
  3. Usage of NumPy / Statistical Analysis and any type of Linear Algebra experience (usage of matrices, optimization [minimize], interpolation).
  4. What is your level of involvement in the SDLC beyond just writing code - QA, unit testing, deployment, scalability in PROD


Type of Quant/Algo/Analytic Software to Develop
- Automated Transition Analysis (real-time transition from existing bonds to Client portfolios via Service Center)
- Automated Proposals (cash funded proposals/model portfolios via Service Center)
- Trade Rationales (unparalleled transparency for advisors into SMA trading activity and benefits)
- Transition Scorecards (proactive touch point summarizing onboarding process and portfolio changes/benefits)