Front Office Automation Tester (1389)

Python Developer – Fixed Income TradingLocation: Charlotte, NCWork Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 Days Onsite per WeekExperience: 5+ YearsRole SummaryWe are seeking a Python Developer with strong Fixed Income Trading experience to develop, enhance, and support applications used within front-office Sales & Trading environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Python development and a solid understanding of Fixed Income and Derivatives products, trading workflows, and front-office trading systems.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, enhance, and maintain Python-based applications and automation frameworks supporting front-office trading systems. Develop Python solutions for trading workflows, trade processing, market data, and financial applications. Collaborate closely with Front Office users, Traders, Developers, Business Analysts, and QA teams to understand requirements and deliver technology solutions. Support and enhance applications related to Sales & Trading workflows, including order management and trade lifecycle processes. Develop and maintain API integrations and automated solutions for trading applications. Work with UI and API automation where required to support trading system functionality and reliability. Analyze application issues, troubleshoot defects, and implement effective technical solutions. Participate in functional, integration, and regression testing of trading applications. Ensure solutions meet business requirements, performance expectations, and applicable controls. Work within an Agile development environment and participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous integration activities. Develop technical documentation and maintain clear documentation of application functionality and processes. Required Skills5+ years of professional software development experience, with strong hands-on experience in Python. Strong understanding of Fixed Income Trading and front-office Sales & Trading environments. Hands-on experience working with Fixed Income and Derivative products, including: BondsSwapsCaps & FloorsSwaptionsStrong understanding of trading workflows and trade lifecycle processes. Experience developing or supporting front-office trading systems. Strong experience with Python scripting and application development. Experience with REST APIs and API integrations. Experience with UI and API automation. Strong understanding of financial market data and trading system integrations. Experience working in Agile development environments. Familiarity with CI/CD tools and software development practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Preferred ExperienceExperience supporting Sales & Trading applications within Capital Markets. Experience with Fixed Income trading platforms, order management systems, or market data systems. Knowledge of OTC Derivatives and associated trading workflows. Experience working directly with Front Office Traders or Sales teams. Experience with automated testing frameworks and trading application automation.