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They are seeking a Lead Python Developer to leverage their expertise in Python and Spark to solve complex problems and deliver strategic and technical advice across various domains. Responsibilities ...

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Lead Python Developer Location: Charlotte, NC, Iselin, NJ, TX Work Model: Hybrid 3 days onsite Client: Wells Fargo / Mphasis Experience: 12+ years We are looking for a Senior Python Developer with ...

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Experience in back-end or platform engineering, including distributed systems and API design, and software development using Java or Python * Experience designing, deploying, and operating real-time ...

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$138K - $170K/yr

... party API integrations, and multi-consumer data fan-out across downstream systems. * Lead code ... engineering experience with Python, including proven, deep hands-on expertise with Django (models ...

Java API Engineer

Malvern, PA · On-site

$50.75 - $69.75/hr

Syntricate Technologies is a company seeking a Java API Engineer ... The role involves working with Java and/or Python, deploying resources in AWS, and managing CI/CD ...

Lead Python Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$153K - $188K/yr

Lead Python Developer - Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications, primarily in the finance sector. - Utilize expertise in Python, PySpark, FastAPI, Pandas, Polars ...

Lead Python Developer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$164K - $201K/yr

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Lead Python Developer with AWS

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... to and/or lead teams and processes to achieve strategic goals. Qualifications : Required : • ... Java, JSON, Python. • Minimum 1 year of Google Cloud Platform's Apigee EDGE platform and API ...

... to and/or lead teams and processes to achieve strategic goals. Qualifications : Required : • ... Java, JSON, Python. • Minimum 1 year of Google Cloud Platform's Apigee EDGE platform and API ...

IL · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Experience in back-end or platform engineering, including distributed systems and API design, and software development using Java or Python * Experience designing, deploying, and operating real-time ...

IL · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Experience in back-end or platform engineering, including distributed systems and API design, and software development using Java or Python * Experience designing, deploying, and operating real-time ...

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Back-End Developer (Python/API)

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Software Guidance & Assistance
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

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Re-posted 28 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.

  • Integrate with Bloomberg and other third-party market data providers to support real-time market data ingestion.

  • Troubleshoot production issues and continuously improve application reliability, scalability, and performance.


Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a mid-level Back-End Developer (Python/API) for a Permanent FTE assignment with one of our premier AI and Financial Technology clients. Must be local to NYC or Miami
The successful candidate will join a small, highly collaborative engineering team responsible for designing and building a cloud-native Portfolio Management System for a hedge fund from the ground up. This is a dedicated role supporting a single client, working directly with the client's engineering leads while collaborating with the firm's engineering team through code reviews and shared development practices. The immediate focus is Bloomberg connectivity and the Python back-end that market data flows through.
This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys startup environments, greenfield development, and solving complex backend engineering challenges involving APIs, real-time market data, and scalable cloud architectures. The initial MVP is targeted for delivery by year-end.
This is neither a junior nor senior/principal level role.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.
  • Build scalable REST APIs supporting cloud-native financial applications.
  • Develop backend services and APIs from the ground up for a greenfield Portfolio Management System.
  • Integrate with Bloomberg and other third-party market data providers to support real-time market data ingestion.
  • Develop real-time backend services utilizing WebSockets and event-driven architectures.
  • Design scalable backend solutions capable of supporting high-volume market data and growing user populations.
  • Implement API throttling, rate limiting, caching, retry logic, and fault-tolerant data ingestion.
  • Design, develop, and optimize PostgreSQL databases and SQL data models; work with Snowflake as the cloud data warehouse where applicable.
  • Optimize application performance, cloud resource utilization, and overall system scalability.
  • Deploy and support applications within Microsoft Azure.
  • Collaborate daily with the client's engineering leads during U.S. East Coast business hours to design, troubleshoot, and deliver new functionality.
  • Coordinate with the firm's engineering team through code reviews, merge requests, and shared development standards.
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to the overall technical direction of the platform.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and continuously improve application reliability, scalability, and performance.

Required Skills
  • 5+ years of backend software development experience.
  • Strong Python programming skills.
  • Experience developing REST APIs using FastAPI or similar Python frameworks.
  • Hands-on Bloomberg API integration experience.
  • Strong understanding of backend application architecture and distributed systems.
  • Experience integrating external APIs.
  • Strong SQL and PostgreSQL experience.
  • Experience designing real-time applications utilizing WebSockets, streaming technologies, or event-driven architectures.
  • Experience implementing API throttling, caching, rate limiting, retry logic, and performance optimization.
  • Cloud development experience utilizing Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Experience using Git and modern CI/CD practices.
  • Ability to consistently work U.S. East Coast business hours while collaborating live with engineering teams.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently within a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Snowflake cloud data warehouse.
  • Experience with OpenBB, DataBento, Polygon, DXFeed, Yahoo Finance, or similar financial market data providers.
  • Capital Markets, Trading Systems, Hedge Fund, or Financial Services experience.
  • JavaScript development experience.
  • Docker and containerization.
  • SQLAlchemy or comparable ORM frameworks.
  • Experience building AI-enabled or LLM-powered applications.
  • Startup or early-stage company experience.
  • Experience designing highly scalable, low-latency distributed systems.
  • Experience participating in collaborative code review and peer development environments.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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