Python Developer

28Stone is one of just 4 capital markets companies in Latvia. But what really sets us apart is that all of our clients are in the US and UK. So we are operating on a truly global scale, building financial solutions for some of the most developed markets in the world.

We are an IT consulting company specializing in capital markets technology and financial infrastructure- basically, we help major financial institutions operate more efficiently by creating custom software solutions.

The capital markets space in Latvia is still pretty small, so working at 28Stone gives you a unique mix- you get to be part of a focused team, but also work on international projects that make a real impact.

We celebrate winning the Top 1% Workplace Awards 2024 in the “Best Workplace for Talent Investment” category and are always seeking to expand our team with positive, open-minded and motivated individuals who are eager learn as well as share what they know.

Why 28Stone

• Flexible work schedule and the possibility of working from home in Latvia or one of our offices (Riga, Daugavpils).
• Health insurance and mental wellness platform from Day 1: sport/dentist/vaccination/accident plans + massage chair in the office.
• Annual training budget.
• Technology communities: friendly and experienced team members who support your professional growth.
• Sports community: Squad Hour gym membership deal, 28Stone volleyball team, various public sports events, and monthly challenges.
• Social events: bi-weekly lunches, board game nights, team buildings, company-wide events.
• Loyalty rewards program: referral bonuses, gifts, and merchandise on your work anniversary.
• Paid mobile phone bills.
• Additional one day of paid sick leave for emergency cases.
• Modern & ergonomic office space: all the resources and tools to perform your tasks.
• Additional perks in the office: free snacks, fruits, tea, coffee, board games, novuss table and Xbox.
  
  

Your impact zones

• Design, build, and configure Python applications according to business process and application requirements. This involves working closely with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements. The candidate will be expected to ensure the code is efficient, maintainable, and adheres to best practices.
• Collaborate with multiple business teams, such as trading and quantitative analysts, to understand their workflows, challenges, and requirements. Regular meetings, feedback sessions, and iterative development cycles will be part of this collaborative effort.
• Provide work estimates as required, including time, resources, and potential risks.The candidate will be responsible for communicating these estimates to project managers and adjusting them will be responsible for communicating these estimates to project managers and adjusting them as necessary throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop coding architecture for new applications and features. This task includes selecting appropriate design patterns, writing modular and reusable code, and documenting the architecture for future reference.
• Maintain and enhance code quality using static and dynamic code analyses, security vulnerability scans, code coverage, and CI/CD pipeline gating. Regular code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration practices will be integral to maintaining high code quality standards.
• Participate in all phases of the software delivery lifecycle, from analysis through support. This means engaging in initial requirement gathering and analysis, contributing to design and development, performing testing and quality assurance, and providing post-deployment support.
  
  

Your expertise

• At least 5+ years of hands-on experience in developing enterprise applications using Python.
• Proficient in installing and configuring Python environments on both Windows and Linux platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills (Communicate with international clients and colleagues).
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
  
  

Considered an advantage

• Experience with C# development.
• Understanding of REST APIs and secure authentication.
• Experience working with relational databases.
• Exposure to financial/trading systems.
• PyXLL, QuestDB, ArconTech Citivision and Databricks.
  
  

Compensation

EUR 4000 - 5000 gross.

We are flexible and use an individual approach with each candidate we meet, so we invite you to apply even if you do not meet some of the listed requirements.

Only candidates who have the right to work in Latvia are considered for this position.

The mentioned remuneration may vary depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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