Python Automation Developer in Group Finance

Job ID: 27120

We are looking for a Python Automation Developer (IT Developer) who will work at the intersection between business and IT to provide business process owners with robust automation solutions.

At Nordea, we know our customers’ needs are changing – and we’re deeply committed to meeting them with the financial solutions of tomorrow. We’re creating an agile environment where we’re harnessing the power of technology – one where you can make an impact. So bring your skills, ideas and unique background. With us, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow and make your mark on something bigger. 

About this opportunity

Welcome to the Automation team. The Automation unit drives business process development and automation across the Group Finance, in the context of trading P&L, Risk, Capital, Accounting, Reporting, and other key areas around managing Nordea's financial performance. We add value by providing the wider Group Finance area with automation solutions and platforms and by educating our colleagues. As the Python Automation Developer in Group Finance, you’ll play a valuable role in valuable role supporting our Python platform (ADL/Sirius), where we deploy python processes, as well as designing and developing solutions for business units. You will get exposed to a large technology stack with fully integrated CI/CD pipelines and a broad set of stakeholders. Automation is high on the strategic agenda in Nordea, and your contribution will have a direct impact on our current and future strategic fulfilment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop automation solutions using Python and closely linked technologies following best practises
• Lead and participate in automation workshops with process owners to identify automation opportunities
• Lead small projects (less than three months) with the clear goal of automating manual tasks / processes (take on the role as scrum master)
• Have an ongoing dialogue with our process owners on new functionality that is needed on the python automation platform (ADL/SIRIUS)

You’ll join a team of 5, located across the Nordics and in Poland with a diverse skillset. The role is based in Helsinki FI. 

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.  

To succeed in this role, we believe that you:

• Are self-driven and able to work independently, but also have keen interest and ability on sharing knowledge with others
• Have a strong sense of ownership within your areas of responsibility, structured way of working and a desire to deliver results
• Are curious and proactive, focus on solutions rather than problems, and share our enthusiasm for developing and learning

Your experience and background: 

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in computer science, finance, economics, engineering, statistics or equivalent
• Strong technical skills with at least 3 years of experience in Python programming on an enterprise level
• Experience in solution design and software design patterns
• Strong communication skills and project/stakeholder management experience

It would be also ideal if you would have experience in:

• Experience working with trading P&L / risk / accounting / capital / financial reporting
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Knowledge within machine learning

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps

Submit your application no later than 22/11/2024. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Björn Gustafsson.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.