Senior Python Developer - Data Platform and AI

Senior Python Developer - Data Platform and AI Location: London or Glasgow (Hybrid)

We are working with a leading global financial services organisation to hire a Senior Python Developer to play a key role witin their Data and Analytics space.

This is a hands-on, senior position where you will combine deep Python expertise with a strong interest in data, working across the full lifecycle from design through to production delivery. The role sits at the intersection of data engineering, platform development, and governance, with a clear focus on creating high-quality datasets that power AI use cases. Key Responsibilities

Develop and scale Python-based solutions within a Linux environment to support data platform capabilities

Lead the rollout of a data governance suite across the prime services business

Design and build high-quality datasets that feed AI and advanced analytics use cases

Contribute to architecture, engineering standards, and best practices across the platform

Engage directly with business and technology stakeholders in a front-facing capacity, translating requirements into robust technical solutions

Operate in an autonomous, senior capacity, driving delivery and influencing technical direction

Support production systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance

Required Experience

10+ years' experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on Python development

Proven experience working in data-centric environments with a clear passion for data platforms and data quality

Strong experience working in Linux-based environments

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience in client-facing or business-facing roles

Demonstrated ability to work independently in senior, autonomous roles

Experience building or contributing to data platforms, governance, or large-scale data systems

Desirable Skills

Exposure to Prompt Engineering and AI-related workflows

Experience with ClickHouse or similar high-performance analytical databases

Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets

Background in financial services, ideally within prime services or trading environments

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.