Senior Python Developer / Python Quant Developer

Job Title: Senior Python Developer / Python Quant Developer Location: Jersey City, NJ Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $68.25/hr (W2) Job ID: 407699 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an Application Programmer III to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Python, distributed computing, and capital markets domains and a proven ability to deliver resilient, compliant solutions that enable pricing, risk, and PnL calculations. Responsibilities: Contribute to story refinement and definition of requirements. Estimate work and guide the team through delivery lifecycle activities. Perform spikes and proofs of concept to mitigate technical risk. Design and code solutions with unit tests that satisfy acceptance and compliance criteria. Leverage multiple architectural components across data, application, and business layers. Resolve technical complexities and enable team progress on story work. Design, develop, and modify architecture components, application interfaces, and solution enablers while preserving architectural integrity. Build and maintain automated test suites including integration, regression, and performance tests. Establish and enhance CI/CD pipelines and automate release activities. Mentor software engineers and coach the team on CI/CD and automation practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages. Understanding of grid, distributed, parallel, and high-performance computing concepts. Knowledge of FICC or Equities products in pricing, risk, and PnL domains. Experience with software development, testing, deployment, and support in Agile environments. Track record of delivering high-priority initiatives in a high-performance team. Effective communication and stakeholder collaboration skills. Preferred Skills: Experience with platforms similar to Quartz and risk calculation projects. Demonstrated leadership as a technologist and ability to coach junior developers. Ability to collaborate across technology teams in a financial institution. Role Logistics Start: ASAP. Expected start 2-4 weeks after offer due to business needs. Schedule: Hybrid with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite. Worksite: Jersey City, NJ (NJ2-525-17-01). Verification: Glider Candidate ID Verification required. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. Please include current location and relocation intent on your resume.