Backend Developer - Python (Crypto) - Hongkong

About GFT

GFT Technologies is a global leader in driving the digital transformation of the world’s foremost financial institutions. Our expertise extends to other sectors such as industry and insurance, where we leverage our robust consulting and implementation skills across pioneering technologies, including cloud engineering, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things for Industry 4.0, and blockchain. With our deep technological expertise, strong partnerships, and scalable IT solutions, GFT enhances productivity in software development, providing clients with faster access to new IT applications and innovative business models while mitigating risk.

Since 2001, we have been pioneers of near-shore delivery, now boasting an international team spanning 16 countries and a global workforce of over 9000 professionals. GFT is recognized by industry analysts such as Everest Group as a leader among global mid-sized Service Integrators and ranks in the Top 20 for leading global Service Integrators in exponential technologies like Open Banking, Blockchain, Digital Banking, and App Services.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and refactor Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) with Pythona and Apache Airflow to enhance data for financial reporting requirements.

• Maintain internal tooling used for managing sensitive company data.

• Work closely with Data Science, Data Warehouse, Exchange, Backend, and Finance teams to align on data requirements and deliverables.

• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of processes to facilitate smooth team collaboration and hand-offs.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of working experience in a related position

• Python -  Must be adept at scripting in Python

• SQL - Techniques for querying, transformation, and performance optimisation

• Apache Airflow -  Experience working with DAGs in Airflow or a similar tool.

• GitHub -  Experience with version control, branching, and collaboration on GitHub.

• Collaboration - Ability to work with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Communication - Spoken english

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/cloud platforms, and unit testing

• Bonus Experience: Elixir, Cloudera Data Warehouse, AWS Athena/Tableau