Python Engineer

Machine Learning Technology is a small and agile team that
facilitates
the use of
m
achine
l
earning tools
across Man Group
, with a particular focus on generative AI. Alongside developing and provisioning the platform, we also consult with teams throughout the business
assisting
them in transforming their concepts into high-impact solutions.
As a
n
engineer
in the Machine Learning Technology team, you will help to develop a
cutting-edge
platform used by teams across Man Group. Your role will involve collaborating
closely
with these teams and individuals to deeply understand their needs
and
guide them in
leveraging
the platform. Where required, you will also use both the platform and your
expertise
to design and implement bespoke solutions to meet their requirements.
Positioned at the crossroads of finance and the burgeoning field of AI engineering,
the Machine Learning Technology team exists in a rapidly progressing space
. This team
provides
an opportunity to make significant contributions across the business, developing solutions to problems that were very recently considered to be either impossible or extremely difficult to solve.
Our Technology
Our platform utilises Python for the backend and for developer APIs, with the frontend tooling written using TypeScript and React. Our development and production environments are
based on
Linux
and the teams we work
a
nd collaborate with will typically be heavy users of the Python scientific stac
k
. We also
engage with
teams who work primarily in Java
or
C#.
Working Here
Man
Tech has a small company, no-attitude feel. It is flat structured, open,
transparent
and collaborative, and you will have plenty of opportunity to grow and have enormous impact on what we do. We are actively engaged with the broader technology community.
We host and sponsor London’s
PyData
and Machine Learning Meetups
We regularly talk at leading industry conferences, and tweet about relevant technology and how
we’re
using it. See
@man
quant
tech
We’re
fortunate enough to have a fantastic open-plan office overlooking the
River
Thames, and
continually strive to make our environment
a great place
in which to work.
We organise regular social events, everything from photography through climbing, karting, wine tasting and monthly team lunches
As well as PC’s and Macs, in our office
you’ll
also find
numerous
pieces of cool tech such as light cubes and 3D printers,
a
make
r
-space
and music room with guitars and a piano.
We offer competitive compensation, a generous holiday allowance, various
health
and other flexible benefits. We are also committed to continuous learning and development via coaching, mentoring, regular conference attendance and sponsoring academic and professional qualifications.
Technology and Business Skills
We strive to hire only the
brightest and best
and most highly skilled and passionate technologists.
Demo
n
strable e
nthusiasm for
AI engineering
and harnessing
it to
create impact
;
stays up to date with major
advancements in AI tools and
models
A proponent of collaborative software engineering techniques and methods
Strong knowledge of Python
Proficient on Linux platforms with knowledge of various scripting languages
Experience of data analysis techniques along with relevant libraries
e.g.
NumPy/SciPy/Pandas
A keen interest and understanding of financial markets and instruments
Relevant mathematical knowledge
e.g.
statistics, optimisation algorithms.
Advantageou
s
Experience with language processing techniques or toolkits such as NLTK
Experience designing or utilising document search tools
Experience utilising or fine-tuning generative models (
e.g.
large language models or diffusion-based models)
Experience building and deploying data visualisation tools
Personal Attributes
Strong academic record and a degree with high mathematical and computing content
e.g.
Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics from a leading university
Craftsman-like approach to building software; takes pride in engineering excellence and instils these values in others
Demonstrable passion for technology
e.g.
personal projects, open-source involvement
Intellectually robust with a keenly analytic approach to problem solving
Self-organised with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and priorities
Excellent
interpersonal skills; able to
establish
and maintain a close working relationship with traders, quantitative researchers, and senior
business people
alike
Confident communicator; able to argue a point concisely and deal positively with conflicting views.
Alpha Technology is a wholly front-office aligned business unit, responsible for all of the technology in Man Group that drives trading decision making. It numbers approximately 170 engineers who help drive technical innovation across the firm’s investment managers by application of a strong technology platform. It is structured into a number of distinct teams, some cross-cutting building technology and others aligned to an individual investment manager building specific quant or portfolio management tools, or systematic trading systems:Alpha Platform Technology – responsible for the common front-office platform, comprising Data Engineering, Python Research and Development Infrastructure and Linux High Performance Compute.Execution Technology – responsible for all Electronic Execution Technology and Trader facing tools.Risk Technology – responsible for front office Risk Technology and Risk Reporting.AHL Technology – responsible for technology specific to Man AHL, a quant systematic investment manager.GLG Technology – responsible for technology specific to Man GLG, a fundamental discretionary investment manager.Numeric Technology – responsible for technology specific to Man Numeric, a quant systematic investment manager.GPM Technology - responsible for technology specific to Man GPM, a private markets business focused on real-estate assets.Work-Life Balance and Benefits at ManMan Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equality of opportunity. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business, and this is embedded in our culture and values. We run a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity and inclusion across our firm and industry.
. Man Group is also a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter.Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme.We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes. Man Group is a global, technology-empowered active investment management firm focused on delivering alpha and portfolio solutions for clients. Headquartered in London, we manage $151.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally.
We invest across a diverse range of strategies and asset classes, with a mix of long only and alternative strategies run on a discretionary and quantitative basis, across liquid and private markets. Our investment teams work within Man Group’s single operating platform, enabling them to invest with a high degree of empowerment while benefiting from the collaboration, strength and resources of the entire firm. Our platform is underpinned by advanced technology, supporting our investment teams at every stage of their process, including alpha generation, portfolio management, trade execution and risk management.
Our clients and the millions of retirees and savers they represent are at the heart of everything we do. We form deep and long-lasting relationships and create tailored solutions to help meet their unique needs.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where difference is celebrated and everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, as well as giving back and contributing positively to our communities. For more information about Man Group’s global charitable efforts, and our diversity and inclusion initiatives, please visit:
Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com
*As at 30 June 2023. All investment management and advisory services are offered through the investment “engines” of Man AHL, Man Numeric, Man GLG, Man Solutions / FRM and Man GPM.
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