Junior Python Developer

Junior Python Developer 

Location: Hybrid (NY Metropolitan Area) 

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) 

Department: Technology 

Type: Full-time 

Compensation: Base $100k-$130k bonus eligible

Company Description

Diametric Capital is an equity market neutral, multi-strategy fund company that leverages 30 years of industry expertise to address key challenges in the financial sector. The firm aims to provide investors with true alpha isolation, robust down market performance, uncorrelated returns, and the advantages of a multi-strategy model. Diametric Capital was a finalist for Best Multi-Manager and Best Multi-Strategy under $1bn at HFM’s Hedge Fund Performance Awards in September 2024. For more information, please contact info@diametriccapital.com.

Overview 

We are looking for a Junior Python Developer to join our growing hedge fund and play a key role in building out the firm’s operational and trading technology stack. This role offers hands-on exposure to data, infrastructure, and systems that directly support investment and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Python and SQL, exposure to cloud environments, and an understanding of REST APIs. 

You’ll work closely with the COO to automate processes, streamline data workflows, and support technology initiatives across operations, risk, and trading. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and maintain internal tools, scripts, and data pipelines using Python. 
• Build and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures for reporting, reconciliation, and analytics. 
• Integrate and maintain REST APIs connecting to brokers/trading systems, custodians, fund administrators, and data providers. 
• Assist in deploying and managing applications in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP). 
• Support automation of operational workflows, including trade capture, reconciliation, and reporting. 
• Work with the COO to identify technology solutions that enhance efficiency and scalability. 
• Maintain documentation, version control, and data integrity across systems. 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• 1–3 years of professional experience in software development, preferably in financial services or data-driven environments. 
• Strong proficiency in Python (pandas, requests, or similar libraries). 
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server). 
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs (integration, authentication, error handling). 
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). 
• Experience with Git or similar version control systems. 
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and eagerness to learn. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in financial data structures, trading systems, or fund operations. 
• Familiarity with ETL or data pipeline automation. 
• Basic knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). 
• Understanding of Excel integration (e.g., Python-Excel workflows, API-based reporting). 
• Comfort working in a small, entrepreneurial team where responsibilities are broad and evolving. 

What We Offer 

• Opportunity to contribute to the technology backbone of a growing hedge fund. 
• Exposure to front-, middle-, and back-office processes. 
• Direct mentorship from senior leadership. 
• Competitive compensation and benefits. 
• Dynamic, collaborative, and high-impact work environment.