Python Developer

Note: 8+ years of experience with financial services industry is required. Local profiles only!

Skills Required:
*Data Modeling
*Python
*APIs
*Advanced Python is a must

*Looking for a VERY strong python developer – Must have 6+ years.
*Will be creating python API’s and writing python scripts to feed into their trading platform.
*Needs to have a good data modeling background – They need very strong data literacy (understanding of the data they’re working with).
*Must have strong SQL skills (Microsoft SQL) - Must have strong database skills – will be improving database regularly.
*Power BI is a huge plus.
*80% of the job will be python/SQL
*Must have strong communication skills.

Description:
*Analyzes application requirements and develops conceptual, logical and first-cut physical database designs (data models). 
*Creates associated data model documentation such as entity and attribute definitions and formats. 
*Assists in logical data designs to deliver stable and flexible high performance data solutions. 
*Investigates and corrects data discrepancies by reconciling faulty codes. 
*Provides data element naming consistent with standards and conventions and ensures that data dictionaries are maintained across multiple database environments (mainframe, distributed systems). 
*Ensures data content/quality by planning and conducting moderately complex data warehouse system tests, monitoring test results and taking required corrective action. Acts as a liaison to data owners to establish necessary data stewardship responsibilities (accountability for a particular data element/verifying accuracy of the data element before loading it into the database) and procedures. 
*Analyzes and designs data models, logical databases and relational database definitions using both forward and backward engineering techniques. 
*Seeks opportunities to promote data sharing, and to reduce redundant data processes within the corporation by identifying common structures across application areas. 
*Contributes to the achievement of related teams' objectives. 
*Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required. 
*4-6 years of experience in data modeling, data warehousing, data entity analysis, logical and relational database design, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
*Experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.