Python Developer – Kitchener, Ontario

We are looking for a Python developer with excellent problem-solving skills to join our Data Services team. In this role, you will build and improve critical systems that power our firm's trading infrastructure, ranging from reference data ingestion to API development, database design, and compliance reporting. You will collaborate with our global technical team and gain exposure to senior management, providing unparalleled access to industry expertise and the freedom to influence technical architecture and business operations.

• Build and maintain data ingestion and transformation pipelines (e.g., security master lists, market data)
• Develop APIs for reference data distribution and trading operations
• Maintain and optimize databases
• Automate processes and deploy services
• Support and develop applications for compliance reporting
• Maintain and improve CI/CD infrastructure

Requirements: 

• Strong proficiency in Python
  
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (preferably MySQL)
  
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
  
• Demonstrated experience operating in a Linux environment
  
• Strong organizational skills and sense of responsibility
  
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in the quality of one's work
  
• Demonstrated ability to make informed trade-offs and design decisions
  
• Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously, with a willingness to share knowledge and support junior team members.

Nice-to-Haves:

• 2+ years of professional Python experience (especially in the finance industry)
• An interest in ownership and a desire to become a subject matter expert
• Familiarity with:
  o A Python REST API framework (preferably FastAPI)
  o The Airflow scheduler
  o Message queues, preferably Kafka
  o NoSQL data stores, preferably Redis
  o Containerization and orchestration technologies, preferably Docker and Nomad respectively
  

We're proud to employ some of the leading talent in the industry, and we work to ensure our employees enjoy a high quality-of-life.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

What We Offer:

• In-office perks – Free lunch daily and access to a fully stocked pantry (when working in the office).

• Casual dress code (when working in the office).

Unsolicited resumes 

We do not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with GTS.