Senior Python Software Engineer – Data Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Guatemala.

📋 Description

• Create a framework for data and cloud migration to transition on-premise software assets to Snowflake and Azure Cloud.

• Support the migration of on-premise software assets to cloud environments.

• Maintain and enhance the team's software solutions and infrastructure.

• Establish best practices and standards for software and data engineering deployment and management.

• Innovate new solutions and improve existing offerings.

• Provide tracking of status, reporting, and project estimations.

• Design, develop, and test projects assigned to you.

• Engage in Agile ceremonies and work planning sessions.

• Investigate technology trends and continually refine technical and IT expertise.

• Explore new technologies and recommend their adoption when suitable.

• Collect requirements, ensure understanding, and maintain appropriate documentation.

• Conduct activities within the current methodology while adhering to quality standards.

• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and managers to identify user challenges and iterate on solutions.

• Take ownership of projects from technical design through to successful launch.

• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong grasp of information systems theories, concepts, methods, and techniques.

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience with Python and SQL.

• Familiarity with Snowflake, SQL Server, Oracle, and stored procedures.

• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker technologies.

• Proficiency with Azure and AKS.

• Knowledge of Git and Jenkins.

• Experience in migrating data and data engineering assets to cloud environments.

• Background in engineering medium-to-large-scope and complex software systems.

• Proficient in relational databases.

• Experience in building frontend and backend applications at scale.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Test-Driven Development, Continuous Delivery, and Scrum.

• Experience in the financial sector is essential.

• Ability to communicate effectively with systems professionals and Capital Markets business users.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Proficiency in English.

• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course and/or CFA candidacy is advantageous.

• Knowledge of C# is a plus.

• Experience with web development frameworks such as React, Flask, FastAPI, or Django is beneficial.

• Familiarity with Airflow/Astronomer, DBT, SSIS, and PowerBI is a plus.

• Experience in migrating web applications to cloud platforms is an asset.

• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or S&P Xpressfeed is advantageous.

• Understanding of AI coding agents like Claude Code, Copilot, or Cursor is desirable.

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical Insurance benefits in accordance with company policy.

• Life Insurance provided as per company policy.

• 15 days of paid vacation in compliance with local law.

• Paternity and maternity leave in accordance with local law.

• Marriage, bereavement, and graduation leaves as per company policy.

• Paid holidays according to local law.

• Christmas and mid-year bonuses as per local law.

• Discounts available at local shops.

• Direct deposit for payroll.

• Flexibility for remote-first work.

• Promotion of a healthy work-life balance.

• Opportunities for global collaboration.

• Growth and development through exposure to diverse clients, industries, and challenges.