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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Python/Kafka Engineer Real-Time Integration - **Company:** The Hire - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Unit Testing, Common Lisp Object Systems, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Productivity Software, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Multithreading, Concurrency, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Real Time Data, Apache Kafka - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/93af795c-7774-49d1-b546-484069dc1784 ## About the Role The successful candidate will have strong software engineering fundamentals and the ability to quickly understand existing systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and deliver reliable technical solutions. Experience with WSO or Allvue is a plus, not a requirement., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline. * 3+ years of professional software development experience. * Strong hands-on experience with Python. * Strong experience with Apache Kafka. * Experience developing real-time or streaming applications. * Experience with complex API/system integrations. * Experience supporting production applications. * Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills. * Knowledge of multithreading and concurrency. * Strong object-oriented programming and design-pattern knowledge. * Experience with unit and integration testing. * Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps tools and practices. * Strong written and verbal communication. * Ability to work onsite 5 days per week in NYC or Miami., * WSO (Wall Street Office) experience. * Allvue experience. * WSO/Allvue integration experience. * Financial services or capital markets experience. * Leveraged loans, CLOs, syndicated loans, or other credit products. * Java experience. * MongoDB or equivalent NoSQL database experience. * Experience with real-time trading, trade capture, P&L, or risk systems. * Familiarity with modern IDEs and developer productivity tools. Additional Requirements Candidates must be comfortable with technical/coding assessments and working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment. ## Description * Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications and services. * Build and support Kafka-based real-time streaming pipelines. * Develop integrations with third-party platforms and internal enterprise systems. * Process, transform, normalize, and enrich real-time data. * Monitor and troubleshoot production systems. * Perform root-cause analysis for complex technical and integration issues. * Implement scalable and maintainable software solutions. * Apply object-oriented programming, design patterns, multithreading, and concurrency. * Create and maintain unit and integration tests. * Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes. * Collaborate with distributed engineering teams. * Document technical solutions and communicate status to stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Let's Get Started With Apache Kafka® for Python Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/565-let-s-get-started-with-apache-kafka-for-python-developers) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [Data Fabric in Action - How to enhance a Stock Trading App with ML and Data Virtualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/253-data-fabric-in-action-how-to-enhance-a-stock-trading-app-with-ml-and-data-virtualization) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)