Lead Software Engineer - .Net Core – Azure – Cloud – Financial Services

Job title : Lead Software Engineer - .Net Core – Azure – Cloud – Financial Services
Location : London
Job type : Permanent
Salary : £90000 - £100000 per annum
Sector : Buy Side
Reference : BHJOB6067_16871
Lead Software Engineer - .Net Core – Azure – Cloud – Financial Services

A global fund manager is seeking a Technical Lead / Senior Software Engineer to join their Front Office IT team on a permanent basis. The client is offering up to £100k + bonus + benefits.

The team is responsible for developing, implementing and supporting state of-the-art software to support the investments team i.e. fund management, trading, investment research, distribution and operational areas. Development projects range from bespoke application developments, implementing and integrating vendor solutions, and regulatory changes.

This is a hands-on technical role and you will be expected to take ownership of key projects from design to delivery and to contribute to the architecture and development practices. You will also be expected to coach and mentor junior members of the team - Strong leadership skills would be advantageous as there is the potential to manage team members in the future.

Required skills and qualifications:
  • Experience working for an institutional investment manager (front office IT experience highly beneficial)
  • Strong design and architecture experience with a sound understanding of OOP and SOLID principles
  • Good knowledge of C# and Angular, Databricks and Python development experience beneficial
  • Experience of Azure or other cloud platforms
  • Experience of micro-service development and API development
  • Demonstrable ability to design and deliver complex systems at scale
  • Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies
  • Experience of working with geographically disperse development teams
  • Degree educated in mathematics or scientific/engineering discipline.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experience Software Developer to join a fast paced front office IT team where you will gain broad exposure to our clients front office operations and hands on experience with market leading technologies. Successful applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

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