Software Developer

Pharo Management

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Software Developer - LondonCompany:Pharo Management is a leading global macro hedge fund with a focus on Emerging Markets. Founded in 2000, the firm currently manages approximately $7 billion in assets across four funds. Pharo trades foreign exchange, sovereign and corporate credit, local market interest rates, commodities, and their derivatives. Our investment approach combines macroeconomic fundamental research as well as technical analyses.Pharo has offices in London, New York and Hong Kong and employs a diverse, dynamic team of 125 professionals representing over 20 nationalities and 30 languages. We are united by our founding values of excellence, curiosity, collaboration, respect, humility, and creativity. We are passionate about what we do and are committed to attracting the best and brightest talent.Role:We are seeking a talented Software Developer to join our Technology team in the London office. This role will focus on full-stack development, working on front, middle, and back-office systems to support trading, operations, finance, compliance, and investor relations. The ideal candidate will have strong development skills in Python and C#, a keen problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role provides an opportunity to work on mission-critical financial applications while interacting directly with various business teams.Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and enhance front, middle, and back-office systems using Python and C#.
  • Build desktop applications for Windows and web applications using React and/or Angular.
  • Design and implement scalable, service-oriented architectures (SOA), leveraging REST APIs and cloud computing.
  • Collaborate closely with traders, risk managers, operations, and other stakeholders to translate business needs into technology solutions.
  • Optimize system performance to ensure efficient real-time data processing, reporting, and automation of operational workflows.
  • Support and maintain key applications, providing London-hours support as needed.
Skills & ExperienceRequired:
  • 7-10 years of development experience in financial or enterprise software.
  • Proficiency in C# and Python for software development.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL development and relational databases.
  • Experience with web application development using React.
  • Experience with desktop application development on Windows.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, cloud computing, and service-oriented architectures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Preferred:
  • Experience in the financial services industry.
  • Knowledge of real-time data processing and financial analytics.
  • Exposure to cloud-based architectures in financial technology settings.
Education
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Work Status & Location
  • Full-time position, based in London.

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