Full-Time
Junior Front Office Python Engineer
R&D / Trading Systems
MARGO
51-200 employees
SME-focused bank offering credit management tools
No salary listed
London, UK
Hybrid
Hybrid work in London; on-site presence likely required.
Bachelor's
 Quantitative Finance (1) |
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 Software Engineering (1) |
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- Strong Python proficiency with expertise in core Python development and performance-aware coding.
- Linux/UNIX: Solid knowledge of Linux environments for production and debugging.
- Database Skills: Experience with SQL and relational databases.
- Production Experience: Ability to work under pressure with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Communication: Clear communication style with a structured problem-solving mindset.
- Education: Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative discipline.
- Design, develop, and maintain Python-based core libraries and frameworks.
- Work closely with traders and research teams to gather requirements for new analytics and trading tools.
- Improve the performance, scalability, and maintainability of the Python platform.
- Enhance existing monitoring, analysis, and control tools to support research workflows.
- Provide L1/L2 support to Front Office users to ensure system stability during market hours.
- Investigate and resolve production incidents efficiently.
- Develop tools to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to the evolution of performance-sensitive and low-latency setups.
- Experience in Front Office R&D or Electronic Trading environments.
- Ability to read and interact with C++ code.
- Knowledge of distributed architectures, caching, or in-memory data handling.
- Understanding of financial market concepts.
MARGO is a banking partner for small and medium-sized businesses. It provides loans and tools to manage company cash flow. How it works: SMEs access credit options and a digital cash-management platform to handle payments, receipts, and liquidity. The bank focuses on helping leaders grow by offering financing and treasury tools that fit small and mid-sized operations. How it stands out: It is an independent bank dedicated to SMEs, offering tailored financing and cash-management services rather than broad services for all customers, which helps smaller companies manage money more effectively. Goal: To help SME leaders grow their businesses by providing affordable credit and practical cash-management tools.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- April 20, 2026 profitability and 70% 2025 NBI growth validate execution.
- The July 2026 Spiko partnership expands cash yields and deepens treasury stickiness.
- Multi-currency accounts and new cash funds in H2 2026 broaden wallet share.
What critics are saying
- BNP Paribas, Qonto, and Revolut are compressing SME banking economics in France.
- Memo Bank still reported only 800 clients in Q1 2026, limiting scale leverage.
- If deposits or funding stagnate, treasury features alone cannot support bank-level growth.
What makes MARGO unique
- Memo Bank, formerly Margo Bank, targets French SMEs with deposits, credit, and treasury APIs.
- Q1 2026 profitability proves a rare regulated-bank model built on transaction banking.
- Its 64% API-driven transactions separate Memo Bank from branch-heavy incumbent lenders.
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Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Flexible Work Hours
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Stock Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Conference Attendance Budget
Professional Development Budget
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Adoption Assistance
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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