Python Developer

Senior Full Stack Python DeveloperOur client is seeking a Senior Full Stack Python Developer to contribute to their enterprise forecasting platform. This platform supports long-term financial projections, enabling strategic planning and decision-making. The role involves developing and enhancing core features of the forecasting engines to improve model accuracy, performance, and scalability, as well as providing support for critical quarterly/yearly production runs used in financial reporting.Required Skills & QualificationsAt least 4 years of hands-on software development experience using a modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java).1–2 years of experience using Git for source control in a team-based development environment.1–2 years of experience with SQL and relational database development.1–2 years of experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes).Proficiency with shell scripting for automation, troubleshooting, and operational support.1–2 years of experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest, JUnit) and implementing automated test coverage.An understanding of fixed income concepts, including duration, convexity, spread, and option-adjusted spread (OAS).Good oral and written communication skills.Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, business acumen, and familiarity with Agile development processes.Prior work experience at client or in client's industry.Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.Preferred Skills & QualificationsGraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field).Strong understanding of GAAP accounting fundamentals, including revenue/expense recognition and amortization.CFA/FRM (or significant progress toward CFA/FRM/CPA).Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical and business concepts.Experience engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements, align on priorities, and drive delivery.Exposure to product and project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to support planning, tracking, and execution.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesRefactor and modernize existing components of the financial accounting and forecasting application to improve maintainability, performance, and scalability.Develop and enhance core forecasting engine features to improve model accuracy, runtime efficiency, and enterprise readiness.Support critical quarterly production runs for financial reporting by monitoring execution, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of outputs.Diagnose and resolve defects, reduce technical debt, and drive continuous improvements to ensure alignment with software engineering best practices.Write clean, robust, high-quality code following best practices, supported by automated unit and integration tests with strong coverage.Coordinate with team members across different layers of the stack (data, services, APIs, and infrastructure) to deliver end-to-end solutions.Partner with FP&A and other stakeholders to implement new forecasting capabilities, enable scenario analysis, and meet evolving business and regulatory requirements.Assist with infrastructure upgrades, platform migrations, and adoption of new technologies to improve reliability, security, and operational efficiency.Contribute to design discussions, code reviews, and documentation; demonstrate a commitment to collaborative problem-solving, thoughtful design, and high-quality deliverables.Company Benefits & CultureCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Supportive and collaborative work environment.Opportunities for professional growth and development.