SS&C Technologies
Python Developer – AI Innovation PA25DAIQ1003
SS&C TechnologiesRomania6 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Job Title: Python Developer – AI Innovation Team – Digital Development

Company: SS&C Technologies

Location: [Specify Location]

Department: Digital Product & Innovation - Financial Services (GIDS Digital)

Position Type: Full-Time

Proposed Line Manager: Peter Beardsmore, Head of AI & ML

Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled backend Python developer to join our AI Innovation team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, coding, and maintaining cutting-edge AI innovations that cater to both end clients and internal stakeholders. As a key member of the team, you will deliver scalable and robust software that drives digital transformation within the financial services industry.

You have interest in and experience leveraging LLMs and creating functional automations and product features. You will make extensive use of enterprise-grade development practices and tools, such as Django and Docker.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of high-performance Python-based web applications and microservices as part of our AI Innovation programme of work.
  • A serious enthusiasm for emerging technology and its real-world application, specifically AI technologies such as: predictive modelling, AutoML, fine-tuning and off-the-shelf usage of transformer models including LLMs; for data extraction, code generation, transcription, RAG-based Q&A, and other use cases.
  • Collaborate closely with product management, business analysts, and other developers to deliver high-quality software that meets client requirements.
  • Drive the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and software architecture to ensure high standards of code quality, performance, and scalability.
  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Conduct code reviews, ensuring adherence to established coding standards and architectural guidelines.
  • Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends to continuously improve SS&C's digital product offerings.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the application stack, ensuring minimal disruption to the business.
  • Contribute to the strategic planning of the Digital Development function, identifying opportunities for innovation and process improvement.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, STEM, or a field related to the job in a demonstrable way.
  • 3+ years of experience in Python development, with a focus on building enterprise-level applications.
  • Strong expertise in Python, Django, and RESTful API design.
  • Understanding of AI; including recent developments in GenAI and common use cases; how available models and tools can be incorporated and served through backend services.
  • Proven experience in designing and developing microservices architectures.
  • Deep understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) and how they integrate with back-end services.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Proficient in database design and development, including experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in the financial services industry, particularly in investment management or fintech.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines (Github Actions), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git.
  • Experience with data manipulation and engineering, including using libraries like Pandas for cleaning, transforming, and analysing datasets.
  • As much familiarity as possible with the below tech stack:
    • Poetry
    • Django, Django Ninja
    • Postgres
    • Streamlit
    • Docker
    • Github Actions
    • Terraform
    • AWS (e.g. S3, RDS, Secrets Manager, ECS & ECR, Bedrock, …)
About SS&C: SS&C Technologies is a leading global provider of software solutions and services to the financial services industry. Our innovative technology platforms serve a diverse range of financial institutions, including asset managers, insurance companies, hedge funds, and wealth managers. We empower our clients to deliver superior investment outcomes by providing them with best-in-class digital solutions.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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