Chief Python Developer

About The Company National Bank is a leading financial institution committed to delivering innovative banking solutions and exceptional customer service. With a rich history of supporting individuals, businesses, and communities, the bank prides itself on fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

As a prominent player in the financial sector, National Bank leverages cutting-edge technology and strategic initiatives to stay ahead in a dynamic marketplace, ensuring sustainable growth and value creation for all stakeholders.

About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Python Developer to join our Demand Management team. In this role, you will serve as a specialist in developing API and event-driven solutions that support our organisation's digital transformation initiatives.

Your expertise in distributed architectures, API integration, and DevOps practices will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying scalable and reliable solutions that meet evolving business needs. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of our systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a dynamic environment, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, along with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development. Proven expertise with AWS cloud services, Python programming, REST API development, and Kafka messaging systems is essential.

Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes is required. Candidates should have a strong understanding of DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines, utilizing tools like GitHub, ArgoCD, Snyk, and Terraform.

Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and NoSQL databases like DynamoDB or RDS is also necessary. Additionally, knowledge of monitoring and tracking tools including Jira, Datadog, Splunk, and OKTA will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable and scalable API and event solutions to address business requirements, ensuring high performance and availability.
• Design, implement, and deploy robust solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Integrate APIs effectively to interface with internal systems such as FSO ServiceNow and other enterprise services.
• Manage and publish event streams that track client requests and system changes, ensuring accurate flow and processing of information.
• Adhere to development best practices, organizational standards, and ensure the quality of code through rigorous testing and documentation.
• Provide ongoing support for the implementation and operational phases of solutions, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation, and stay updated on emerging technologies relevant to the role.

Benefits In addition to a competitive salary package, National Bank offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote your well-being and that of your family. This includes a health and wellness program with numerous options, flexible group insurance plans, and a generous pension scheme. Employees are also eligible for an Employee Share Ownership Plan and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Our banking services include preferential rates, and employees can participate in various community initiatives. Additional perks include access to telemedicine services, a virtual sleep clinic, and involvement in cutting-edge projects that foster professional development. We prioritize creating a flexible and engaging work environment supported by modern collaboration tools, ensuring a positive and productive employee experience.

Equal Opportunity

National Bank is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our core values emphasize partnership, agility, and empowerment, and we believe that diversity enriches our organization.

We strive to create a barrier-free environment where all employees can thrive and reach their full potential. Join us in making a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative setting.