Software Engineer (Python) at Garda Capital Partners

Garda Capital Partners, a multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm, is seeking a Software Engineer (Python) to join their Research and Technology (R&T) team in Geneva. This role offers exposure to enterprise software development practices within a global hedge fund.

Responsibilities:

• Aid in the development of new lines of business solutions using Python, Excel, and Relational Databases.
• Support senior staff in designing and implementing complete solutions for front office/risk systems.
• Provide support for in-house and 3rd party applications.

Requirements:

• 1+ Year of object-oriented development, preferably with Python (using common programming design patterns and good practices).
• 1+ Year of relational database and SQL experience, data modeling, and database design.
• Experience with Excel a plus.
• Experience with Python Data Stack (Pandas, NumPy, SQLAlchemy, etc.).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Finance.
• Must be comfortable with development across the application stack.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about programming and technology.
• Interest in financial trading industry.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-energy, time-sensitive team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of fixed income trading and related financial instruments including bonds and interest rate derivative products preferred, but not required.