OverviewNOTE:Hybrid work model, 3 days/week in Toronto, Ontario office. TYPE:8-month contract, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week RATE:$90-100/hr INDUSTRY : Capital Markets, Bank DESCRIPTION: Responsible for supporting the migration of Capital Markets Analytics assets to Azure cloud platforms, with a strong emphasis on backend development, Python, SQL, Kubernetes, and Azure AKS. You will work closely with software developers and investment professionals to modernize existing applications and services through containerization and cloud native deployment. This role is hands on and focused on code refactoring, backend development, and application migration rather than cloud infrastructure engineering. You will report to the Senior Manager of Solution and Quality Engineering and contribute to the development of a scalable data and application migration framework to accelerate the team’s transition to Azure.Migrate Python scripts and backend services from on premises environments into Azure Kubernetes Service AKSRefactor and optimize backend SQL queries, including migration from Oracle databases to SnowflakeContainerize Python applications using Docker and deploy them into Kubernetes environmentsModify existing codebases to ensure compatibility with Kubernetes based deployment and scaling patternsContribute directly to backend development initiatives supporting analytics, research, and trading execution workflowsMaintain and enhance software solutions and backend infrastructure that support systematic investment processesContribute to continuous improvement and help establish development best practices for application deployment within Azure AKSActively participate in agile ceremonies and work planning, providing regular updates on tasks, deliverables, and timelinesMaintain current knowledge of modern development tools, Python libraries, SQL capabilities, and cloud native technologiesParticipate in new technology evaluations and provide recommendations where appropriateOther duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS:Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative fieldStrong understanding of information systems concepts, methods, and best practices5 plus years of backend software design and development experience with strong emphasis on Python and SQLProven ability to communicate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholdersExcellent organizational, analytical, and problem solving skillsAdvanced expertise in Python development and backend SQL programmingHands on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure AKSEquivalent Kubernetes experience from AWS EKS or Google Cloud environments is acceptableExperience working with Oracle, Snowflake, SQL Server, and related database technologiesDemonstrated experience migrating Python applications, SQL workloads, and small web applications into Kubernetes and Azure AKSRole does not require cloud infrastructure or heavy ETL engineering experience, as those capabilities are already covered. Primary focus is backend code modification and application migrationFinancial services or Capital Markets experience preferred, including exposure to Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or S and P market data feedsExperience working in an agile environment using modern engineering practices such as test driven development and continuous deliveryCSC or CFA designation is considered an assetPlease note that AI is used to assist in the recruiting process.#J-18808-Ljbffr