Ventura Securities Backend Developer Python/Node.js

Job description

<p>About the Company : <br/><br/>Ventura is an omnichannel trading and investment platform with a network of branches, sub-brokers and Digital Channels.

Founded in 1994, the company is entering the next phase of growth by pivoting to a digital-first approach and strengthening its direct-to-consumer franchise.

The company has carved out a separate fintech vertical tasked with digital transformation using cutting-edge technology and bringing in fresh talent.<br/><br/>Join us if you like to : <br/><br/>- Lead cross-functional teams : Coordinate and guide teams composed of diverse skill sets towards common goals, ensuring efficient collaboration and synergy.<br/><br/>- Develop strategic initiatives : Formulate and execute strategic plans to achieve organisational objectives, utilising market research and data analysis to identify growth opportunities.<br/><br/>- Drive operational efficiency : Implement process improvements and workflow optimisations to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.<br/><br/>- Foster innovation : Encourage a culture of innovation by promoting creativity, experimentation, and risk-taking, fostering an environment where new ideas are welcomed and nurtured.<br/><br/>- Manage stakeholder relationships : Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and vendors, to ensure alignment and satisfaction with organisational objectives.<br/><br/>- Ensure compliance with regulations : Stay abreast of relevant laws and regulations, develop compliance strategies, and oversee implementation to mitigate risk and maintain legal and ethical standards.<br/><br/>- Monitor performance metrics : Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly monitor metrics to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.<br/><br/>What you'll need to bring : <br/><br/>Technical Skills : <br/><br/>- Proficiency in Backend Development : Hands-on experience in NodeJS/Python/C++/Go, demonstrating the ability to design, develop, and maintain complex backend systems and APIs.<br/><br/>- Database Management : Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, including schema design, query optimisation, and data modelling, as well as familiarity with NoSQL databases like Redis for caching and data storage.<br/><br/>- Cloud Computing Platforms : Proficiency in deploying, managing, and optimising cloud infrastructure on platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), including services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and CloudWatch.<br/><br/>- Web Servers and Proxies : Knowledge of configuring and optimising web servers like NGINX for load balancing, reverse proxying, and caching, to enhance the performance and security of web applications and APIs.<br/><br/>- Asynchronous Programming and Messaging : Experience with asynchronous programming techniques and message queuing systems such as RabbitMQ or Kafka, for handling background tasks, event-driven processing, and inter-service communication.<br/><br/>- Security Best Practices : Understanding of security principles and best practices, including encryption, access controls, authentication, and authorisation, to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.<br/><br/>- Version Control Systems : Proficiency in using version control systems like Git for code management, collaboration, and deployment, including branching, merging, and resolving conflicts effectively.<br/><br/>- DevOps and Automation Tools : Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for automating deployment, testing, and monitoring processes, such as CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD) and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform).<br/><br/>- Troubleshooting and Debugging : Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and debug complex backend issues efficiently, utilising debugging tools, log analysis, and performance monitoring solutions.<br/><br/>Other Skills : <br/><br/>- Communication Skills : Effective written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and participate in team discussions and code reviews.<br/><br/>- Teamwork and Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment, contributing ideas, sharing knowledge, and supporting team members to achieve common goals and deliver high-quality solutions.<br/><br/>- Adaptability and Learning Agility : Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies, staying abreast of industry trends and best practices to continuously improve skills and enhance job performance.<br/><br/>- Attention to Detail : Strong attention to detail and a focus on delivering clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, following coding standards and best practices to ensure code quality and readability.<br/><br/>- Time Management and Prioritisation : Excellent time management and prioritisation skills to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively, meet deadlines, and balance competing priorities in a dynamic work environment.</p> (ref:hirist.tech)

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