Python Developer

AP Capital Overview

AP Capital is a global hedge fund, which trades across equities, ETFs, derivatives, fixed income and others with more than 500m USD assets under management.

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Python Developer to join our Canadian development team. This pivotal role involves contributing to the enhancement of our middle office platform. The selected candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and engage in the development of new systems.
• Enhance and maintain features within the existing AP middle office system.
• Manage the onboarding process for new exchanges and brokers.
• Conduct both automatic and manual reconciliation of reports and statements with external exchanges and brokers.
• Collaborate with Business Units (BUs) to define system requirements.
• Participate in daily business operations and support activities.

Skills Requested

• Strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and ability to quickly assimilate new information.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in Python with the capability to process data efficiently.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Comfortable working within a Linux environment and troubleshooting issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data processing and report generation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of investment banking is an asset.
• Prior experience with bank middle office systems, data reconciliation, or operations within trading or product control is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in additional programming languages such as Node.js or Java is advantageous.
• Certifications in financial or investment fields are highly valued.