Senior Software Engineer/SRE

AGITProp is an AI-driven quantitative research firm that continues to push the boundaries of advanced modelling — from algorithmic trading to factor modelling and other cutting-edge applications. Quant firms have leveraged AI and ML for years, but the increasing complexity and scale of global markets demand a more comprehensive, integrated approach. At AGITProp, we harness the latest insights from foundation and large language models (LLMs) to build novel solutions across multiple modalities. Now in our second year, we have ambitious growth plans and are searching for the best and brightest minds from across tech and finance to help us achieve our aim.

Senior Software Engineer/SRE

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Software Engineer/SRE to join our growing team. This is a critical role where you will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of our cutting-edge AI-driven platform. You'll be responsible for both building the platform and ensuring its reliability, scalability, and performance in production. We emphasise code quality, robust architecture, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. You will be expected to take ownership of significant projects and contribute to the overall technical direction of the team.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Design, develop, and test high-quality, maintainable, and scalable Python code for our platform.
• Infrastructure and Reliability: Design and implement robust infrastructure solutions using Docker and Kubernetes . You will be responsible for key initial infrastructure work, including deploying our platform to the cloud and building a scalable foundation.
• Automation and Tooling: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate our build and deployment processes.
• Code Quality: Champion code quality best practices, including thorough testing, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with researchers, quantitative analysts, and other engineers to deliver innovative solutions.
• Problem Solving: Tackle complex technical challenges and develop creative solutions across the entire stack, from application code to infrastructure.
• Shipping Products: Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully shipping software products to production, with a focus on reliability and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Extensive Software Engineering Experience: A demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality software products in a professional setting.
• Strong Python Skills: A high standard of proficiency in Python programming.
• SRE/DevOps Experience: Proven experience with core infrastructure technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes .
• Cloud Infrastructure Experience: Demonstrated experience deploying applications on a major cloud platform (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure ).
• Linux and Scripting Skills: Good knowledge of Linux and proficiency in scripting, particularly Bash .
• Focus on Code Quality: A deep understanding of software engineering principles and a passion for writing clean, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Product Delivery Experience: Demonstrated experience of successfully taking software projects from conception to production. Be prepared to discuss specific examples of both application and infrastructure projects during the interview process.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to break down complex problems into manageable tasks.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

AGITProp believes the power of AI lies in its diversity, just like the teams who build it. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences can thrive. We understand that a diverse workforce leads to richer perspectives, more innovative solutions, and ultimately, better results.

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