Senior Python Developer (PySpark) - Financial Services

We are.

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Role: Python Developer (Pyspark)

Our Challenge

The challenge for a Python Developer (PySpark) is to architect and deliver high-performance, scalable data processing and integration solutions that support complex analytics initiatives, all while ensuring code quality, maintainability, and seamless collaboration across teams. They must optimize workflows, implement robust testing practices, and leverage cloud-scale data platforms to enable the organization’s data-driven decision-making in a fast-evolving technological landscape.

Job Description:

• At least 5 years of Experience in Python development

• Must have hands-on experience in Python and Pyspark

• Experience in Python testing and code analysis tools like Pytest and Pylint

• At least 5 years of fulltime development experience using Python.

• At least 5 years working with tSQL, XML and enterprise schedulers

• Proficient understanding of algorithms, data structures, architectural design patterns and best practices

• Extensive experience in software development and the entire SDLC.

• Solid understanding of a variety of programming tools and development platforms.

• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

• Highly analytical mindset, with an ability to see both the big picture and the details.

• Experience in creating high level product specifications and design documents.

• Proven collaboration and influencing skills

• Experience in writing Python applications with the benefit of frameworks like Django, Flask,

· Pyramid, or Tornado.

• Integration experience (ETL, ELT) with Python

• Familiarity with SSIS would be helpful

• General development expertise, use of version control, ticketing, and continuous integration

· systems.

• Experience in an Agile Development environment

• Experience in consuming API's (i.e. Rest, etc.)

It would be great if you also had:

• Detail-oriented, ability to turn deliverables around quickly with a high degree of accuracy

• Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret business requirements and produce functional and technical design documents.

• Good time management skills – Ability to prioritize and multi-task, handling multiple efforts at once.

• Strong desire to understand and learn domain.

• Experience in a financial services/banking industry

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; to be flexible and learn quickly.

• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail/ prioritize tasks.

We can offer you:

· A highly competitive compensation and benefits package

· A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad

· Laptop and a mobile phone

· 15 days of paid annual leave (plus national holidays)

· Maternity & Paternity leave plans

· A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability

· RRSP with employer’s contribution

· A higher education certification policy

· Comprehensive Relocation Expense Coverage

· Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.

· On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses

· Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups

· Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.

· A flat and approachable organization

· A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.