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Matlen Silver

Financial Software Engineer

Hybrid

New york, United states

$ 75 /hour

Mid level

Freelance

09-02-2026

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Skills

Python Databases

Job Specifications

Job Title: Financial Software Engineer

Duration: 18 Month W2 Contract

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Required Pay Scale: $65-$75/hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a backend-focused developer with strong Python expertise and experience building and supporting RESTful APIs. The role involves working with both object-oriented and relational databases to support data-driven applications. Prior experience in the financial services industry is important, particularly exposure to fixed income, risk, or pricing systems, where the candidate will analyze alerts and collaborate closely with business users to support and enhance critical backend services.

Strong proficiency in Backend Python 5-8 years of experience
Experience developing and supporting RESTful APIs
Predominantly backend development experience
Hands-on exposure to both object-oriented databases and relational databases
Experience working in the financial services industry
Exposure to fixed income, risk, or pricing applications, with the ability to analyze alerts and collaborate with diverse business users

About the Company

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