Python Developer (Jersey City)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Python Developer to join a Market Risk Technology team responsible for building and enhancing enterprise-level risk platforms. The role involves developing scalable systems for risk calculations, scenario analysis, and financial analytics to support business-critical decision-making. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications for market risk analytics and reporting Collaborate with business stakeholders, quantitative analysts, and cross-functional technology teams Build and enhance platforms for risk calculations (VaR, stress testing), time-series data, and scenario management Develop high-quality, secure, and resilient code following best engineering practices Perform system design, development, testing, and production support Troubleshoot complex technical issues and optimize system performance Contribute to architecture design and ensure alignment with enterprise standards Participate in Agile development processes and CI/CD practices Continuously improve code quality, system reliability, and development processes Required Skills & Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on experience in Python development Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies Experience in system design, application development, and production support Solid knowledge of CI/CD, application resiliency, and security practices Experience working with financial systems or market risk domain Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with both technical and business teams Preferred Skills Experience with risk platforms or financial analytics systems Very good on any one ecosystem experience ( Athena, Quartz, SecDB) Exposure to time-series data systems and large-scale data processing Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) Familiarity with React or modern front-end technologies Nice to Have Understanding of Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, and financial risk concepts Experience working in investment banking or financial services environments