Lead Python Developer – London
CW Talent Solutions is partnering with a global proprietary trading firm to hire a Lead Python Developer for their DeFi trading desk. This role will focus on building and scaling the firm’s Python-based trading infrastructure, working closely with the founding team.
The Firm
* Global proprietary trading firm with a growing DeFi desk
* Entrepreneurial and technology-driven culture
* Opportunity to shape the technical foundation of a rapidly scaling desk
The Role
* Build and scale Python-based trading infrastructure
* Integrate with smart contracts and DeFi protocols
* Develop real-time blockchain data pipelines
* Design microservices to enhance trading and automation
* Take ownership of key system components from architecture to deployment
* Optimize performance, with opportunities to use Rust for high-speed workloads
Experience Required
* Expert in Python, including async/await and scalable system design
* Knowledge of DeFi and blockchain (AMMs, MEV, liquidations, smart contracts)
* Experience with distributed systems and microservices
* Ability to read Solidity and understand on-chain logic
* Based in or willing to relocate to London
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📧 sean@cwtalentsolutions.com