Python Software Engineer – Up to £150K + Bonus & Benefits – London

Company: Hunter Bond
Apply for the Python Software Engineer – Up to £150K + Bonus & Benefits – London
Location: Greater London
Job Description:

Overview

We’re partnering with a prominent technology-driven finance firm seeking a skilled Python Developer to join their London engineering team. This is a chance to work alongside top-tier technologists from leading tech and trading backgrounds on some of the most advanced software in the financial sector.

You’ll contribute to building one of the most scalable and high-performance data platforms globally, taking part in the full software development lifecycle and having a real impact on both technology and business outcomes.

What you’ll do

  • Develop and maintain backend systems using Python, focusing on performance and scalability
  • Build and integrate RESTful microservices within a complex distributed architecture
  • Work with large-scale data sets, leveraging SQL and big data tools (e.g., Spark, Kafka)
  • Influence system design and contribute to the technical roadmap
  • Collaborate closely with a highly skilled engineering team to deliver innovative solutions

What we’re looking for

  • Strong commercial experience with Python (2+ years)
  • Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful services
  • Solid SQL skills and familiarity with large-scale data processing
  • Knowledge of big data technologies such as Spark and Kafka
  • Experience in finance is preferred, but not essential
  • Strong academic background, ideally in Computer Science or a related discipline

If this opportunity excites you, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion — interviews are happening immediately.

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Posted: April 3rd, 2026