Software Engineer

Software Engineer (Python) - Sydney, Australia · Full-Time · On-Site / Flexible

Our client is a boutique financial intelligence firm they build bespoke financial models and reporting platforms that power multi-billion-dollar investment decisions, and they're scaling fast.

The Opportunity

A rare chance to join a profitable, bootstrapped fintech at exactly the right moment. You'll own real parts of the platform, work directly with the principals, and have clear line-of-sight to commercial outcomes. No bureaucracy, no back-office obscurity. Just hard problems and genuine ownership.

What You'll Be Working On

• Backend data pipelines in Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
• API integrations with financial data sources (Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
• Database architecture and performance (PostgreSQL, SQL Server)
• Financial modelling and data reconciliation logic
• AWS cloud infrastructure

What They're Looking For

• Exceptional Python skills with a strong data analysis background
• Degree in CS, Maths, Physics, or Engineering — postgrad preferred
• Experience building scalable systems on AWS
• Able to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal oversight
• Prior exposure to finance, trading, or data-intensive environments is a strong advantage
• Australian working rights essential, no sponsorship available

Why It's Worth a Conversation

• Profitable and bootstrapped, talent is the only bottleneck
• Strong base salary with meaningful bonus tied to firm performance
• Direct impact on architecture and technical direction from day one
• Founded by serious finance professionals who value intellectual rigour
• Flexible working with a Sydney CBD office on the way

If you're an engineer who wants to build something that genuinely matters in financial markets, let's talk.

📍 Sydney, NSW · 2–5 years experience · Python background required · AU working rights essential