Front Office Python Developer

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pontoon Full time

Pontoon is an expert employment consultancy committed to improving the chances of professionals in the workforce. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where individuals can thrive.

A new opportunity has arisen for a skilled Python Developer with one of our esteemed Financial Services clients.

Role Details:

Role: Python Developer (Quartz Platform)
Location: London (occasional on-site visits)
Duration: 12 months
Status: Inside IR35
Rate: Circa £700/Day - £800/Day

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Design and implement efficient code for our Commodities Traders to manage their positions effectively.
  2. Support the onboarding of additional Commodities desks to our Live/Intraday Risk Engine.
  3. Contribute to the enhancement of existing Greeks, Scenarios, and PnL feeds for Market Risk and Middle Office.
  4. Develop commodities-specific regulatory risk reporting (FRTB/SFRC).
  5. Potential involvement in cutting-edge projects aiming to consolidate trade capture, pricing, and risk generation across multiple Lines of Business (FICC Equities).
Essential Skills and Experience:
  1. Structured software development experience in Python and Quartz.
  2. Experience with pricing and analytics for Commodities derivatives or other financial asset classes.
  3. Experience working on or closely with a trading desk at a bank or on the buy side.
  4. Experience with Agile development practices.
  5. Strong communication skills and ability to develop relationships with the business.
  6. Collaborative software development approach.

Candidates should demonstrate evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.

Pontoon operates as an equal opportunities employer and may retain candidate details for future vacancies.



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