Senior Python Engineer - Trading Systems; Hybrid

Role: Senior Python Software Engineer (Commodities)

Client: Leading Commodities Trading Firm

Compensation: Up to $120 per hour

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid / Onsite preferred)

Overview

We’re working with a leading commodities trading firm with elite engineering standards, supporting front-office trading teams across global energy and commodities markets. This firm is home to exceptionally talented engineers who are passionate about building high-performance, mission-critical systems used directly by traders and commercial teams.

The Role

This is a senior-level position requiring a developer who thrives at the intersection of complex physical markets and high-end software engineering. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining the systems that power real-time trading decisions, ensuring reliability and performance in a front-office environment. Engineers here are treated as a core asset to the business, and the low attrition rate reflects a culture where people genuinely enjoy the technical challenges.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and optimizing high-performance, mission-critical systems for front-office teams
• Supporting global energy and commodities trading desks with real-time technical solutions
• Building and maintaining robust, scalable back-end services using Python and AWS
• Collaborating directly with traders and commercial teams to translate business needs into code
• Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of systems used in live trading environments
• Contributing to a high-standard engineering culture focused on performance and scalability

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Python within a production environment
• Proven experience with AWS (Cloud infrastructure, serverless, or data services)
• Previous experience with Front Office Systems is highly desirable
• Deep understanding of Commodities or Energy markets
• Ability to solve complex problems with agility in a fast-paced trading setting

What’s on Offer

• Competitive contract rate up to $120/hr
• Opportunity to work with an elite team of world-class engineers
• Direct exposure to front-office trading and commercial decision-making
• A culture where engineers are respected as the core asset of the firm
• High job satisfaction with a track record of low attrition
• Engagement with cutting-edge technology in the global energy sector

If you are a Senior Python Software Engineer looking to join one of the world’s most elite teams, please apply for more information.