Python Developer Market Risk & Data Management
Job Summary
Python Developer - Market Risk & Data Management
Location:Warsaw
Contract Type:6 Months
Job Type:Hybrid
Work on critical market risk calculations including HPL RTPL andHVaR
Build andmaintainPython-based data frameworks for a major financial institution
Apply yourexpertiseacross Python SQLC#and big data technologies
Join a6-8 monthcontract with scope to extend
Collaborate with experienced risk management and technology teams
Company Overview
Our client is an established financial servicesorganisationoperatingacross Poland. Theyspecialisein market risk management and trading systems supporting critical business operations through robust technology solutions. The companymaintainsa strong focus on data quality and regulatory compliance working with large-scale data platforms and advanced calculation engines. Their technology teams work on high-impact projects that directly support trading desks and risk functions.
They are seeking an experienced Python Developer to join their market risk technology team in Warsaw on a contract basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex risk calculations and data management frameworks that support critical trading and risk operations.
Position Overview
As a Python Developer you will play a key role in developing andmaintainingmarket risk calculation systems and historical data management frameworks. You will work on ACE calculations for HPL (Hypothetical P&L) RTPL (Real-Time P&L) andHVaR(Historical Value at Risk) alongside building Python-based data sourcingqualityand filling frameworks. This position contributes directly to the accuracy and reliability of risk reporting systems used across the tradingorganisation.
Responsibilities
Develop andmaintainACE calculations for HPL RTPL andHVaRmetrics
Build Python-based data sourcing frameworks for historical data stores
Implement data quality checks and data filling logic
Work with big data platforms includingMapRand Hadoop ecosystem
Write andoptimiseSQL queries for data extraction and validation
Collaborate with risk managers to understand calculation requirements
Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Troubleshoot and resolve data and calculation issues
Document technical solutions andmaintaincode standards
Requirements
6-8 years of experience in software development
Strong Python programming skills with experience in data processing
Proficiencyin Oracle SQL for data manipulation and querying
Knowledge of market risk management concepts and calculations
Experience with big data technologies particularlyMapRor Hadoop ecosystem
Familiarity with C# 5.0 or similar object-oriented languages
Understanding of DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines
Experience working with large-scale data platforms
Ability to work independently and manage technical deliverables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communicationskills in English
Benefits
Competitive contract day rate
Opportunity to work on high-impact market risk systems
Exposure to enterprise-scale data platforms and technologies
Collaboration with experienced risk and technology professionals
Flexible working arrangements
Youllwork within a professional environment alongside specialists in risk management quantitativeanalysisand technology. The team values technical excellencecollaborationand continuous improvement providing opportunities to develop your skills across market risk and data engineering.
How to Apply
Required Experience:
IC