Job Title:
Python Developer – Financial Services (Market Risk Preferred)
Location:
Hybrid (Jersey City, NJ or Charlotte, NC) \| Remote flexibility available
Engagement:
Long-term consulting engagement
About the Role
Botsford Associates is seeking experienced
Python Developers
to join a leading financial services client. There are
three urgent openings
for long-term consulting roles focused on backend application development in Python. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial services background, with a preference for
market risk
experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain backend applications using Python.
Write production-level code and support production releases.
Create technical specifications and collaborate directly with business stakeholders (no dedicated BA support).
Integrate APIs with data coming from cross-functional teams.
Contribute to a collaborative development environment alongside frontend teams (full stack not required).
Required Skills \& Experience:
Professional-level Python development experience in
financial services
(market risk strongly preferred).
Strong backend development expertise; ability to work independently.
Experience writing technical specifications and engaging directly with business teams.
Hands-on experience with APIs and data integration.
Cloud experience (Azure preferred) and familiarity with Databricks is a strong plus.
Interview Process:
2–3 step process:
Initial interview with Bhavan and Rifat (Python Developer).
Follow-up with Chandra (2nd or 3rd round, as needed).
2 remote interviews, with a potential onsite interview if required.
Work Model:
Hybrid: Candidates may sit in the
Jersey City, NJ
or
Charlotte, NC
offices.
Remote flexibility available.
Additional Details:
Immediate interview availability (starting this week).
Focus on backend development; frontend experience not required.
Client JD.
We are looking to hire Senior python consultants with the below job description.
Open to 2 locations: NJ and Charlotte.
Role Objectives5+ year of development experience in Python is mandatory, with optional experience in Databricks and Azure cloud computing.
Knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and distributed computing frameworks.
Create and deploy applications in Azure environment with various interconnected azure components.
Understand and enhance front-end applications using React JS, HTML5 and CSS3.
Identify and fix bottlenecks that may arise from inefficient code.
Knowledge of user authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers and environments.
Ensure that programs are written to the highest standards (e.g., Unit Tests) and technical specifications.
Ability to collaborate on projects and work independently when required.
Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.