Principal Software Engineer - Python

Are you an expert Python engineer with a passion for building great products? Does working in Fintech using cutting edge AI/ML technology excite you? If so, we’d love to talk.
Role summary:

• You will be working for a growing, high-profile organization.

• You will develop high-impact solutions that operate at scale.

• You will combine strategic thinking, strong problem-solving skills and a collegiate approach to working.

What you'll be doing:

• Design and development of scalable software

• Solve complex technical issues and provide strategic technical insights

• Collaborate closely with Data Science and Product teams

• Set high technical standards

• This is a hands-on, individual contributor role, reporting to an Engineering Manager

What you'll bring:

• Expert-level Python skills

• Extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on high-performance and scale

• Experience working cross functionally, particularly with Product and Research teams

• Experience with cloud technologies (emphasis on Azure) and deployment practices

• Working knowledge of DevOps, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring

• Proven ability to uphold coding and design standards to ensure high-quality, maintainable code

• Effective communication skills, with experience communicating with both technical and non-technical colleagues

• Experience in Fintech is a plus

• Education: a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics or related field, or equivalent work experience

What you’ll get in return:

• High-impact projects: We work on a variety of pioneering products and leverage extensive datasets to solve high-value challenges.

• Competitive benefits: We offer market leading compensation, great benefits, and ongoing investment in career growth.

• Industry leadership: We are building brand-new products that leverage our unique market position.

• Career progression: We are a growing organization and we provide opportunities for continuous learning and development.

• We recognize that to attract the best talent, we need to be flexible, and we are open to discussing work arrangements with you. We take a hybrid approach to the workplace; this role is considered ‘digital first’, which requires attending the office at least 1 day a week. Some teams and colleagues choose to collaborate in the office more frequently.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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