Software Engineer (Python) | Risk Technology - Energy Trading | Hybrid (London)

VirtueTech Recruitment Group is seeking a Software Engineer (Python) for their Risk Technology team in energy trading. This hybrid role involves developing scalable tools for traders and risk analysts, utilizing Python and libraries such as Pandas and Numpy. Candidates should have strong Python skills and experience in a trading environment. The position offers a base salary up to £140,000, with 25 days holiday and medical insurance.
Software Engineer (Python) | Risk Technology - Energy Trading | Hybrid (London)




I am partnered with one of the most exciting Risk teams in energy trading as they look to grow and scale their team within the context of multiple acquisitions they have undertaken.




Due to the rise in Agentic AI, this means this role can also now completely transform how engineers work and actually provide new tooling within the business. So rather than waiting for the business to provide recommendations, engineers are now expected to also provide changes. It is a very interesting role with lots of opportunity to grow within a stakeholder-driven environment.




You’ll be working in a fast-paced, data-intensive energy commodities environment, building scalable tools to support traders and risk analysts offering you the chance to shape the system architecture and tech stack from the ground up.




Key Responsibilities:




Development using Python (backend), utilising the likes of Pandas, Numpy, Polars and Flask/FastAPIBuilding out a platform for the Risk DivisionExperience on data side with something like Databricks is a plusWorking closely with Front Office and Risk to gather requirements and deliver robust solutionsHelping centralise data for improved reporting and visualisationCollaborating with stakeholders across trading desks


Tech Stack & Experience Required:




Strong Python skills in a trading environmentExperience with NumPy, Pandas, PolarsExposure to AWS for cloud deployment is a big bonusExcellent communication skills – must be confident working closely with stakeholders


Offer:




Up to £140,000 base salary + discretionary bonus, with potential to exceed based on performance

25 days holiday + medical insurance




Hybrid working: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote




If you’re interested in this Python role, please send your latest CV to tomasz@virtuetech.io or apply on this job.




Software Engineer (Python) | Risk Technology - Energy Trading | Hybrid (London)