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Senior/Lead Python Engineer for Magnetar

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Category:  Python Developer
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
English

Other Skills

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    Communication
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    Problem Solving
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    Mentorship

Roles & Responsibilities

  • University degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field
  • 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering with Python
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients

Requirements:

  • Leading the design and implementation of complex product features and client solutions
  • Working directly with clients to understand requirements and propose solutions
  • Developing and maintaining scalable back-end systems using Python
  • Mentoring team members and contributing to the overall technical growth of the team

Job description

At Satellite, we are looking for a driven, smart and ambitious Senior/Lead Python Engineer to join our team to work with one of the major US investment companies!
 
About Client: Magnetar Capital is one of the leading American investment companies/ hedge funds. It was founded in 2005 and the current value of all their financial assets equals to 13.8 billion dollars.
You can find out more about the Partner via the link: https://www.magnetar.com/.
 

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Leading the design and implementation of complex product features and client solutions;
  • Working directly with clients to understand business requirements, propose technical solutions, and drive delivery;
  • Developing and maintaining scalable back-end systems using Python;
  • Making architectural decisions and ensuring high standards of code quality, performance, and maintainability;
  • Identifying bottlenecks, risks, and opportunities for process and system improvements;
  • Designing and optimizing data processing workflows, including complex SQL-based data manipulation and orchestration;
  • Integrating external data sources, APIs, and best-in-class third-party technologies;
  • Driving engineering best practices, including testing, code reviews, CI/CD, and observability;
  • Mentoring team members and contributing to the overall technical growth of the team;
  • Taking ownership of projects throughout the entire lifecycle, from discovery and design to production release and support.

  • You’ll Be A Great Fit If You Have:
  • University degree (ideally in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field);
  • 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering with Python as a primary language;
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and engineering best practices;
  • Hands-on experience building and maintaining production-grade backend systems;
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with complex data pipelines and data-intensive applications;
  • Experience with Pandas and data processing frameworks;
  • Solid experience with automated testing and a quality-first engineering mindset;
  • Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines;
  • Ability to independently drive technical initiatives and make sound engineering decisions with minimal supervision;
  • Strong ownership mentality and accountability for business outcomes, not just code delivery;
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and stakeholders;
  • Passion for continuous learning, professional growth, and improving both products and engineering processes;
  • Strong verbal and written English (B2–C1) – MUST.
  • About Satellite: Satellite builds dedicated engineering teams for successful American companies. We find and nurture the most driven technical talent for our clients that build innovative products and look for the truly best people to join their teams. 

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