Senior Software Developer – Python & UI Development
 
Here in our Houston office we are looking for a committed Software Developer to join our Front Office Risk Team within Commodities. This is an exciting, dynamic role within a diverse locally-managed team based in Houston that collaborates closely with an equivalent team in London, and other line-of-business risk technology teams also in Houston.
 
What will your main responsibilities involve?

• Developing Python-based intraday and end-of-day risk management software for Commodities front-office trading desks
• Providing 3rd level support of the delivered technologies
• Direct partner engagement to identify and discuss requirements to fulfil their various needs upon pricing, risk and trade capture
• Build or improve both Python development skills and commodities risk knowledge through learning and on-the-job training

 
What skills and qualifications will you ideally possess?

• UI Development (HTML/CSS, JavaScript, AngularJS, extJS, GWT, etc.)
• Experience of Python ideal but not critical – must be keen to work primarily in Python
• Experience of JavaScript would be helpful
• Experience of Agile Development Practice
• Excellent communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Commodities Experience ideal but not critical
• Enthusiasm to learn new process and challenges