Senior Python Developer

About the Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Developer / Technical Lead to drive the design, development and implementation of enterprise-scale AML/KYC applications and banking process automation solutions.The successful candidate will play a key role in solution architecture, technical design and end-to-end delivery of complex Python-based applications. You will work closely with business stakeholders, architects and engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure and highly available systems supporting banking operations and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities - Lead technical requirement gathering, solution design, system architecture and implementation for complex banking applications. - Drive the development of Python-based full-stack applications using Django and REST API frameworks. - Design and implement scalable backend services and frontend applications using React, JavaScript and CSS/SCSS. - Evaluate existing systems, conduct impact assessments and recommend optimal technical solutions. - Lead integration design and implementation involving APIs, MQ, microservices and high-volume batch processing. - Oversee database design, SQL development and query optimisation using MS SQL and Oracle. - Ensure application architecture aligns with enterprise technology standards and solution architecture roadmaps. - Drive engineering quality through code reviews, unit testing, integration testing and test-driven development. - Lead CI/CD implementation, release management, deployment orchestration and environment management. - Ensure adherence to change management, engineering review and software development methodologies. - Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to manage technical delivery, system enhancements and production support. - Mentor developers, provide technical guidance and promote engineering best practices. Requirements & Technical Skills - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or a related discipline. - Minimum 8–10 years of hands-on software development experience, preferably in enterprise or banking environments. - Strong expertise in Python development, particularly Django and REST API frameworks. - Strong frontend development experience with React, JavaScript, CSS and SCSS. - Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale, highly available applications. - Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and Shell Scripting. - Extensive experience with MS SQL and/or Oracle database design, SQL development and performance optimisation. - Strong experience in solution architecture, system design and technical leadership. - Experience designing and implementing integrations using MQ, microservices and high-volume batch processing. - Strong understanding of object-oriented design, UML, object modelling and software architecture principles. - Extensive experience in unit testing, integration testing and test-driven development for Python and JavaScript applications. - Hands-on experience with Git, source control and software development tools. - Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, CI/CD and DevOps practices. - Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication and stakeholder management skills. - Proven ability to lead technical delivery and drive development of complex software components. Good to Have - Experience in banking, financial services or regulatory technology projects. - Knowledge of AML/KYC processes, transaction monitoring and sanctions screening. - Exposure to AML/KYC platforms such as NICE Actimize, SAS AML, Verafin or similar RegTech solutions. - Experience with regulatory compliance, risk management and financial crime prevention systems. - Experience with enterprise workflow automation and process re-engineering. - Strong knowledge of deployment automation, release orchestration and environment management.