Python Developer

We are a team of highly-driven individuals who are passionate about technology, algorithmic trading, and solving intellectually challenging problems. Being a part of Sparkland means you get to work with some of the brightest people in one of the world’s fastest-growing and most exciting industries. We are fully remote and have a flat corporate structure that values open-mindedness, entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to excellence, and continuous learning.

The role

As a Senior Python Developer, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining infrastructure and data processing services that complement our C++ trading core. This is a Dubai-based role (we're happy to cover the relocation).

Responsibilities

• • Develop and maintain Python-based infrastructure and data processing services.

• • Collaborate with C++ developers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

• Required Skills & Qualifications

• • Strong proficiency in Python with experience in developing infrastructure and data processing services.

• • Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-structured code.

• • Exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• • Strong prioritisation skills.

• • Knowledge of financial markets and trading principles.

• • Familiarity with Apache Kafka.

• • Experience with SQL databases, especially PostgreSQL.

• • Solid understanding of Linux systems, including docker and containerisation.

• • Experience with Django, Python Asyncio, Redis.

• • Experience with setting up CI pipelines for Python projects.

• Other Technologies we Use

• Experience with any of the following technologies is considered a significant bonus:

• • FastAPI

• • Pydantic

• • Clickhouse

• • Docker

• • Grafana

• • Prometheus

• • Ansible

• • Kubernetes

• • Terraform

• • Grafana

• • Gitlab

What we offer

• • Flexible working hours and a healthy work-life balance.

• • Remote-first team.

• • The opportunity to work in a thriving, multicultural, fun environment in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.

• • Corporate workations: we regularly go on corporate trips to unique locations all over the world to work, explore the local culture, and get to know each other better.