Company Description
Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.
We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of Version 1 and what we do:
- UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
- 3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
- 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
- Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
- Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Python Developer with experience in the trading domain and FIX protocol to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, a deep understanding of trading systems, and expertise in the Financial Information Exchange (FIX) protocol.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and enhance trading applications using Python.
- Implement and support FIX protocol-based solutions for trading systems.
- Collaborate with traders, quants, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Optimize and troubleshoot trading algorithms and systems to ensure high performance and reliability.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes to ensure code quality and stability.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies in the trading domain.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience for more than 6+ years as a Python Developer in the trading domain.
- Experience with trading systems, market data, and order management systems.
- Proficiency in Python programming and related frameworks/libraries.
- Familiarity with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data structures.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with other programming languages such as Java.
- Knowledge of the FIX protocol and its implementation.
- Knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies (e.g., AWS, Docker).
- Understanding of DevOps practices and tools.
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
- Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
- Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
- Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
- Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
- Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
- Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
- Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
- Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.
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What We Do
Version 1 proves that IT can make a real difference to our customers' businesses. We are trusted by global brands to deliver IT services and solutions which drive customer success. Our 3000+ strong team works closely with our technology partners to provide independent advice that helps our customers navigate the rapidly changing world of IT. Our greatest strength is balance in our efforts to achieve Customer Success, Empowered People and a Strong Organisation, underpinned by the commitment to our values. We believe this is what makes Version 1 different and more importantly, our customers agree.
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