Software Developer- Risk Management, Financial Services

Job Description

Job Description Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Developer with a strong background in risk management systems to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on development experience in front-office risk, market risk, or credit risk platforms, and possess deep technical proficiency in Python, MongoDB, SQL Server, and real-time messaging platforms such as Kafka and/or IBM MQ. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance scalable risk management applications for front office and risk users Collaborate with risk managers, quantitative analysts, and front office stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Implement and support risk analytics engines, scenario analysis, stress testing, and real-time market data ingestion Develop microservices and APIs using Python, integrated with MongoDB and SQL Server backends Ensure high reliability and performance of risk systems by integrating robust messaging architectures using Kafka or MQ Participate in DevOps and CI/CD processes including testing, deployment automation, and monitoring Troubleshoot production issues, optimize system performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards Qualifications Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a developer in financial services, preferably within front office risk, credit risk, or market risk technology teams Strong programming experience with Python and database development using MongoDB and SQL Server Solid understanding of risk data models, VaR, PFE, credit exposure, and market risk sensitivities Experience with real-time messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or IBM MQ) Familiarity with risk analytics libraries, pricing models, or integration with vendor risk engines (e.g., Murex, Calypso, or proprietary systems) Experience working in agile development environments with source control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field; advanced degree a plus Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud-native development (AWS, Azure) Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Exposure to regulatory frameworks such as Basel III, FRTB, or CCAR