Python Developer

Python Engineer | Chicago | Base up to $200,000 + Bonus + Benefits

We’re looking for a talented Software Engineer to join a specialized team within a global technology-driven trading firm. This team builds the tools, infrastructure, and automation that empower hundreds of engineers to build, test, and deploy faster — directly shaping how world-class software is delivered.

As part of a high-performing, collaborative group, you’ll design and maintain scalable build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and developer tooling that enhance productivity and reliability across the engineering organization. The ideal candidate is a strong coder who’s passionate about developer workflows and efficiency, with a deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain core build systems, libraries, and CI/CD infrastructure.
• Develop and automate workflows to accelerate development, testing, and deployment.
• Partner with engineering teams to identify bottlenecks and improve developer experience.
• Explore AI-assisted tooling to streamline development and enhance productivity.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong coding fundamentals with Python (must have).
• 3+ years of software engineering experience, ideally across infrastructure or tooling.
• Experience with containerized workflows (Docker, Bazel, CMake, etc.) and CI/CD platforms (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• A passion for building elegant, scalable systems that make other developers’ lives easier.
• Base salary up to $200,000 USD + highly competitive bonus and benefits.
• Work on technical challenges that influence software delivery at scale.
• Based in Chicago – hybrid working model with relocation support available.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Pension plan
• Paid maternity leave
• Vision insurance
• Child care support
• Paid paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Disability insurance

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance