What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer position at Softworld, a Kelly Company?
I would like to share an exciting opportunity from our direct client, a nationally recognized financial services organization with a long-standing reputation for innovation and excellence. They are known for their data-driven approach to investment strategy and their commitment to advancing technology within the financial sector.
**NOT OPEN for 3rd Party C2C Suppliers**
Job Title: Principal Engineer
Jobsite Location: Boston, MA 02119
Client HQ Location: New Hampshire
Type of Job: Contract
Project Length: 6 months plus – potential for full-time hire
Visa Requirement: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join a dynamic investment technology team. In this hands-on role, you’ll collaborate closely with portfolio managers and analysts to design, develop, and optimize applications and analytical tools that enhance investment insights and decision-making capabilities.
**NOT OPEN for 3rd Party C2C Suppliers**
Key Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of professional programming experience using Python
- Expertise with pandas, NumPy, and related data analysis libraries
- Strong SQL development and database management skills
- Experience with Git or other version control systems
- Must have financial data platforms experience such as Bloomberg, FactSet, Aladdin, and eFront
- Practical experience applying Scikit-Learn, SciPy, or cvxpy for statistical and time-series analysis
- Proven ability to develop and maintain quantitative models, tools, and performance reports
- Solid understanding of financial markets, investment products, and portfolio construction
If you’re open to learning more, please respond at your earliest convenience.
