Python Developer - Risk Technology - SMBC
Jersey City, NJ 07311
About the Job
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC Rail Services LLC, Manufacturers Bank, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
The anticipated salary range for this role is between $115,000.00 and $205,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.
Role Description
SMBC is in the process of leading a Digital Transformation across our Americas Division as we continue to modernize our technology, focus on our data driven approach, grow and plan.
As a result of this expansion, we are currently seeking a talented and motivated Python Developer to join our Risk Technology Group.
Role Objectives
- Develop highly scalable applications in Python framework.
- Create and deploy applications in Azure environment with various interconnected azure components.
- Understand and enhance front-end applications using React JS, HTML5 and CSS3.
- Identify and fix bottlenecks that may arise from inefficient code.
- Knowledge of user authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers and environments.
- Ensure that programs are written to the highest standards (e.g., Unit Tests) and technical specifications.
- Exposure to Power BI tools is highly desirable.
- Documentation of the key aspects of the project.
- Ability to collaborate on projects and work independently when required.
Qualifications and Skills
- 5+ year of development experience in Python is mandatory, with optional experience in Databricks and Azure cloud computing.
- Knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and distributed computing frameworks.
- Prior experience in building VaR systems is desirable.
- Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Solid organizational skills, ability to multi-task across different projects.
- Experience with Agile methodologies.
- Skilled at independently researching topics using all means available to discover relevant information.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-starter with ability to multi-task and to maintain momentum.
Additional Requirements
D&I Commitment
Responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.
SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.