Bright Python Developer: Machine Learning / Finance (24374)

This successful Cambridge start-up has pioneered the application of state-of-the-art Machine Learning and AI techniques to financial trading and commerce. Generating significant profit, they’re seeking a talented Python software developer to join their team as they grow their portfolio further.

The company will only accept applications from the best candidates, your CV will demonstrate your:

• Strong honours degree (2.1 or above, plus As and A*s at A-level) from a top Oxbridge-style university in computer science, engineering or a related subject;
• Python development experience for commercial or client-facing applications and services. Evidence of extensive hobby or open-source projects will also be considered;
• Confidence with modern Agile development, continuous integration and integrated testing;
• Expertise working across multiple elements of a web-stack, which may include anything from server / back-end, to UI and data visualisation

Evidence of experience or a committed interest to machine learning or AI techniques will be a benefit to your application, and successful candidates will also likely have an active GitHub (or similar) portfolio and a real thirst for software development. We regret that this company cannot consider candidates who would require sponsorship to take up a position in the UK.

Successful candidates will enjoy a fantastic salary, working in an attractive central-Cambridge location. The small team size means you’ll be a core contributor to this exciting start-up, and have a large say in the development and adoption of new methods and technologies. Think this sounds like your sort of challenge? Get in touch with your CV now if so! Or why not recommend a friend via http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend. Whilst we can only consider candidates who closely match the requirements above, we do read every CV and try to respond to all applicants.

Keywords: Python, finance, machine learning, Agile, trading, HPC, AI, Cambridge, top salary

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.