Python Data Engineer at Vanguard

London, England, United Kingdom

Vanguard Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in Test Driven Development and strong knowledge of Python and object oriented programming
  • Experience in software development using cloud technologies (AWS preferred)
  • Knowledge of build/deployment/testing/logging/monitoring tools and frameworks like Git/Github, and Splunk
  • Knowledge of SQL and databases like PostgreSQL
  • Knowledge of Data Engineering in Python using libraries like Pandas, fastavro etc
  • Understanding of investment data and investment management apparatus
  • Experience implementing Python micro-services patterns for enterprise scale
  • Demonstrable working knowledge of AWS core services stack (IAM, S3, ECS, EMR, AWS Lambda, Athena, DynamoDB, etc.)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Aptitude for learning and problem solving
  • Propensity for testing and documentation

Responsibilities

  • Be part of a business facing IT team to deliver new solutions to the business
  • Understand/review functional specifications and translate into program specifications
  • Liaise with end users for user acceptance testing
  • Provide 3rd line support as required
  • Build thought leadership and expertise around best-practice solution design and implementation
  • Comply with defined code and documentation standards, including peer reviews
  • Be a self-starter with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and priorities

Skills

Python
AWS
IAM
S3
ECS
EMR
AWS Lambda
Athena
DynamoDB
Knowledge Graphs
Cloud Native
Agile Methodologies
Continuous Delivery

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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