The Role
We’re seeking Senior Python Engineers to join various teams across our technology organisation, working on diverse challenges spanning systematic trading, quantitative research, a petabyte-scale data platform, and AI solutions.
The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with and learn alongside highly skilled engineers whilst developing core technical and financial services knowledge. You will work with cutting-edge technologies and systems that power critical areas of Man Group’s business.
Role Responsibilities
Design and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs that support quantitative research and trading infrastructure
Develop distributed compute applications, optmise performance, and implement monitoring and observability tooling to ensure system reliability
Build high-performance data pipelines for processing large-scale financial datasets using timeseries, SQL, and NoSQL databases
Partner with engineers, researchers, and platform teams to translate complex requirements into technical solutions that integrate with Man Group’s technology estate
Participate in production support rotations and contribute to architecture decisions, code reviews, and engineering best practices across the team
You should have the enthusiasm for leveraging AI development tools to accelerate delivery and driving their adoption across the team.
Our Technology
You’ll work in a modern, Linux-based infrastructure where Python is the primary development language, utilising the full scientific stack including pandas, numpy, scipy, and scikit-learn. A key component of our data infrastructure is ArcticDB (https://arcticdb.io/), our internally developed DataFrame database that you’ll use extensively. We maintain a dynamic technology landscape, continuously evaluating and adopting new tools and libraries that enhance our capabilities. man.com/technology
Key Competencies
Essential
Minimum 5 years’ professional software development experience in any object-oriented language. Python experience is preferred, though we are open to candidates proficient in other object-oriented languages who are willing to learn Python.
Strong academic record with coursework focused on mathematical and computing content e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Science
- Experience developing mission-critical production systems, with knowledge of best practices for testing, monitoring, and deployment
- Proficient on Linux platforms and strong understanding of Git
Strong knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies e.g. MS SQL, Postgres, or MongoDB
Demonstrated experience working with large data sets, both structured and unstructured
Ability to work independently and gather requirements from stakeholders
Embracing agentic engineering — willingness and ability to work effectively with AI -assisted development tools as part of daily workflow
Advantageous
Deep understanding of the Python scientific stack (pandas, numpy, scipy, scikit-learn)
Familiarity with distributed systems and orchestration
Knowledge of modern data engineering practices including data pipeline & ETL tools, distributed storage & processing and data warehousing
Contributions to open-source projects
Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
Experience mentoring junior team members and managing projects
Why Man Group?
Work on challenging problems at the cutting edge of technology and finance
Collaborate with world-class engineers, researchers, and investment professionals
Receive on-the-job training to develop and succeed at the firm
Entrepreneurial, innovation-driven culture
Small, agile teams with high autonomy
Opportunity to make a real impact on investment strategies managing billions in assets
Benefits
Modern office located in the OfficeX campus with easy access to transport and amenities.
Hybrid working model
Competitive compensation package
25 days holiday allowance
Premium Health insurance
Employee Assistance program
Referral Bonus
Additional days off for long service and volunteering
Multisport card
Opportunities for professional development including internal tech talks
Conference attendance, and engagement with the open-source community
Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity.
You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com.
