ROLE OVERVIEW
12 Month Contract, Fully Remote, Well Known FinTech Client, ASAP Start
* Join our client’s FinTech development team as a Python Developer, where you will focus on building high-performance, scalable backend systems using FastAPI and AWS.
* In this role, you will develop APIs, integrate cloud-based services, and collaborate with data engineers and DevOps specialists to deploy solutions that power modern financial services, from fraud detection to real-time transactions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Develop, test, and maintain backend Python applications using FastAPI.
* Design and implement RESTful APIs for financial data processing.
* Deploy and manage solutions on AWS using Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, and ECS.
* Collaborate with DevOps engineers to optimize CI/CD pipelines.
* Implement security best practices for handling sensitive financial data.
* Work in an Agile team environment with sprint planning and daily standups
WHAT WILL MAKE US HAPPY ?
* Strong proficiency in Python with FastAPI experience.
* Hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, S3, ECS, DynamoDB).
* Understanding of microservices architecture and API security.
* Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, or similar databases.
* Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
NICE TO HAVE
* Exposure to machine learning models in financial applications.
* Familiarity with Kubernetes and Terraform.
* Experience in high-frequency or real-time transaction processing.