Python Developer

Apex Informatics

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$55.25 - $76.25/hr

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Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Python Developer
Onsite NYC preferred, NJ could be acceptable
Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote.
W2 candidates only
Years of Experience required : 10+ Years
Must have Skills:
Technical:
Python
Quartz
Required Skills:
- Excellent programming skills with 8+ years of development experience with at least 4+ years of Python development
- Must have 5+ years' experience with object oriented programming and development of enterprise risk systems in a large financial firm
- Solid working knowledge of Interest Rates products like Swaps, Bonds and Futures along with their valuation techniques and understanding of risk quantification process
- Experience using and applying analytic libraries on trade and market data to generate risk/PnL values
- Demonstrated experience in working on business facing projects related to trading and/or market risk
- Experience in developing risk batches and working knowledge of distribution techniques and optimization
- Proactive attitude and strong troubleshooting skills a must
Desired Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science or related STEM field (Master's preferred)



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