Job Title: Senior Python Developer
Location: London, UK (3 days in office)
SC Cleared: Required
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10+ years
About the Role:
* We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Senior Developer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of our cutting-edge Azure Databricks platform for economic data. This platform is critical for our Monetary Analysis, Forecasting, and Modelling activities. The Senior Developer will be responsible for both front-end and back-end development, with a focus on Python, including the challenging but rewarding task of reverse engineering an existing codebase to integrate new features and improvements. This role requires a strong understanding of software development principles, experience with various programming languages and frameworks, and a passion for building high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software. Drive the development of MVPs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Full-Stack Development:
* Contribute to both front-end and back-end development of applications and APIs interacting with the Azure Databricks platform.
* Develop user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and ensure a seamless user experience.
* Develop robust and efficient back-end services and APIs using Python.
* Python Development:
* Develop and maintain Python code for data processing, API development, and integration with the Azure Databricks environment.
* Utilise relevant Python libraries and frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django, Pandas, NumPy).
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and enhance banking applications
* Work closely with UI/UX Designers to integrate visualizations seamlessly into web applications or other platforms
* Work on data interfaces to connect various systems within the bank.
* Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
* .NET Development (Optional):
* Develop and maintain .NET code for back-end services, APIs, and integrations with other systems.
* Utilise relevant .NET frameworks and technologies (e.g., ASP.NET Core, C#, Entity Framework).
* Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
* Reverse Engineering:
* Analyse and understand existing codebases (potentially Python) to identify areas for improvement, bug fixes, and new feature implementation.
* Document findings and create clear specifications for changes.
* Implement changes while maintaining the stability and functionality of the existing system.
Why Join Us?
* We’re a purpose‑driven organisation committed to creating positive impact and championing inclusion.
* You’ll join a culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.
* We celebrate difference and believe diverse perspectives lead to stronger solutions.
* Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply — great talent comes from a variety of backgrounds.
* Your lived experience, unique strengths, and personal story matter — they help us design better outcomes for the communities we serve.
* We celebrate diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds, and perspectives, and believe these differences enable us to create meaningful impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fairness and inclusion for all, regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related conditions, or any other protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.