Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong

Senior Python Engineer (FinTech Platform)

 Job Description:

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Engineer to help design, build, and evolve Contineos enterprise-grade messaging and workflow platform used by leading private banks and wealth management institutions globally.

This is a hands-on engineering role with real ownership. You will work closely with product, business, and DevOps teams to deliver scalable backend services while also developing a strong understanding of financial workflows and structured products.

What You'll Do

  • Architect, design, and develop Python-based backend services following Contineo engineering standards and best practices.
  • Take ownership of key platform components including lifecycle event management, booking modules, and analytics/reporting services.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into well-designed technical solutions.
  • Work in an agile, DevOps-driven environment, contributing to CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native deployments.
  • Ensure high-quality delivery through proper testing, code reviews, and adherence to acceptance criteria.
  • Develop a strong understanding of the platforms functional and financial workflows (this is not a purely technical role).

What Were Looking For

  • 7+ years of professional Python development experience, building and maintaining enterprise-scale applications.
  • Strong expertise in Python frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, and related tooling (Dash, REST APIs).
  • Solid understanding of microservices architectures, HTTP-based integrations, and Kubernetes-based deployments.
  • Experience designing and working with data models (relational databases, JSON-based schemas).
  • Familiarity with Agile SDLC, testing frameworks, and production-grade software delivery.
  • Demonstrated ownership mindset and leadership qualities, even in an individual contributor role.
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.

  Required Skills:

FinTech FastAPI Messaging Development REST SDLC REST APIs Pipelines CI/CD Event Management Ownership Reviews Django Agile Business Requirements Microservices Components DevOps Analytics Databases Computer Science Software Testing Design Engineering Business Python English Science Leadership Management