About Fiscal FX Fiscal FX is building a next-generation foreign-exchange trading and settlement platform that connects onboarding, dealing, risk, settlement, reporting, and client portals into one integrated system. We are a lean, fast-moving fintech startup focused on innovation, automation, and precision. Our mission is to redefine how institutional FX operations are managed, from trade execution to reconciliation and reporting. We are seeking a Platform Developer to join our core engineering team. In this role, you will build and enhance our trading platform using Python, SQL, and Kafka; design real-time data pipelines; and develop integrations that power mission-critical financial operations. If you enjoy solving complex problems, owning solutions end-to-end, and building systems that directly move money and markets, this role is for you. Role Mission • Design and deliver scalable, secure, and efficient platform features. • Develop real-time data pipelines and streaming integrations. • Support Salesforce development to automate business and compliance workflows. Key Responsibilities Platform Development (Primary Focus) • Design, build, and optimize trading platform components using Python. • Develop event-driven data pipelines using Kafka or similar streaming tools. • Write and optimize complex SQL Server queries, stored procedures, and views. • Build and maintain RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations. • Model and maintain data structures for trading, risk, settlement, and reporting. • Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Compliance teams to deliver functionality. • Ensure data integrity, scalability, and security across all platform layers. • Contribute to CI/CD automation and release pipelines. Salesforce Development (Secondary Focus) • Build and maintain features in Apex, SOQL/SOSL, and Flow. • Automate workflows across Sales, Compliance, Operations, and Finance. • Develop and maintain API integrations between Salesforce and the core platform. • Manage user access controls, data integrity, and configuration. Must-Have Skills • Strong Python development experience. • Advanced SQL Server skills (data modelling, query optimization, stored procedures). • Experience with event streaming or message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.). • REST API design and implementation. • Understanding of data security, access control, and financial systems. • Commercial Salesforce development experience (Apex, SOQL, Flows). • Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills. • Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced startup environment. Nice-to-Have Skills • Kafka Streams or other stream-processing frameworks. • Power BI dashboarding and reporting. • Microservices or distributed architecture experience. • CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, etc.). • Docker or containerization experience. • Azure cloud services. Personal Attributes • Self-starter with strong ownership mentality. • Analytical and curious; always improving systems and processes. • Effective communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Comfortable in high-growth, fast-changing environments. • Interest or experience in FX trading, risk, or financial markets. Preferred Certifications (Helpful but not required) • Python Developer certification. • Salesforce Platform Developer I. • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals or equivalent. Technical Stack • Core: Python, Kafka, SQL Server, REST APIs. • Ecosystem: Salesforce (Apex, LWC, Flow). • Data & Automation: Power BI, Power Automate. • Deployment: CI/CD pipelines, containerized microservices. Compensation & Benefits • Salary: £40,000 per annum. • Professional training and certification support. • Hybrid working environment (London HQ). • Opportunity to grow as the platform scales globally. Why Join Fiscal FX • Help build a core FX trading platform from the ground up. • Work with a modern tech stack (Python, Kafka, Cloud-native systems). • Directly impact how financial institutions trade, reconcile, and report. • Join a tight-knit, innovative team in one of London’s most exciting fintech’s. • Huge career growth potential as the company scales.