Capco is seeking an experienced Python Developer to join our Technology & Engineering practice in Toronto on a contract basis (4 days per week). This is an existing vacancy supporting the delivery of innovative technology solutions for leading financial services clients.
You will play a key role in designing and developing scalable backend Python applications while leveraging AI technologies. Prompt Engineering is a core requirement for this role, and you will work extensively with Generative AI techniques to build intelligent, production-ready solutions for our clients.
What You'll Do- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python and modern software engineering best practices.
- Develop and optimize prompts using Generative AI prompt engineering techniques to support enterprise AI solutions.
- Build and integrate APIs and backend services that enable AI-powered applications.
- Collaborate with architects, data specialists, and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
- Contribute to technical design, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong commercial experience developing backend applications using Python.
- Hands-on experience with Prompt Engineering, including Generative AI prompt engineering techniques (essential).
- Experience working with AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI solutions.
- Experience building RESTful APIs and scalable backend architectures.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within Agile delivery teams.
- Experience within financial services or consulting environments.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience integrating AI or LLM-based capabilities into enterprise applications.
- Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions.
- Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture.
- Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications.
- Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services.
- Help shape the future of digital transformation across financial services.
- Comprehensive Benefits Coverage – 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance effective from Day 1 of employment.
- Retirement Savings Program – Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with the option of receiving a matching employer contribution.
- Virtual Health Care – Company-paid program available to all employees and their dependents/partners.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), enhanced parental leave, wellness reimbursement, and a Business Coach from Day 1 to support your wellbeing and career growth.
We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact.
Inclusion at CapcoWe're committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know—we'll be happy to help. We value each person's unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration—a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent AcquisitionAt Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination.
AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.
Skills Required
- Commercial experience developing backend applications using Python.
- Hands-on experience with Prompt Engineering and generative AI prompt engineering techniques.
- Experience working with AI technologies including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI solutions.
- Experience building RESTful APIs and scalable backend architectures.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within Agile delivery teams.
- Experience within financial services or consulting environments.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience integrating AI or LLM-based capabilities into enterprise applications.
What the Team is Saying
Capco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid with low copays and a good variety of choices, complemented by mental‑health resources, an EAP, and wellbeing events. Company materials emphasize global availability of these supports.
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Parental & Family Support — Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave are highlighted, with several months of maternity leave noted in the U.S. in some accounts. Additional paid leave is called out for life events such as pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A global wellbeing program, coaching/mentoring, mental‑health initiatives, and wellness reimbursements (e.g., gym, fitness) are positioned as core parts of the offering. Flexible working is emphasized alongside regionally tailored wellbeing events.
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What We Do
Capco, a Wipro company, is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in driving transformation in the energy and financial services industries. Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting edge ingenuity is brought to life through its award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent. TRUSTED ADVISORS - Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach position us as trusted long-term partners to our clients. DEEP EXPERTISE - Clients look to us for clear guidance, proven expertise, and the support they need to set their companies up for success. DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS- We do not provide off -the-shelf answers to clients’ challenges. Instead, we work in close collaboration to understand the issues, and craft disruptive, bespoke solutions. ACCOUNTABILITY AND OWNERSHIP - We recognize every client has distinct needs and expectations, and we take ownership and accountability for the solutions we design, build, and deliver.
Why Work With Us
We support and encourage an inclusive culture, entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. Capco is not about organizational charts and rigid hierarchies – we want all employees to feel that Capco is their firm to own and run. We believe diversity powers innovation. Be Yourself At Work (#BYAW) is an integral and underlying part of our culture
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