OverviewThe Oakleaf Group is seeking a Financial Application Developer with strong Python and Unix scripting experience to support our client on a project to work on a large multi-functional application used across the organization. In this exciting project, you will work on a team to implement latest-generation mortgage performance model applications used by business units across the organization. You will participate in all the steps in the software development life cycle to create and modify the software, following Agile methodologies.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and refactor scalable and efficient code used by business units.Ensure implementation of computing applications that handle large datasets across various platforms and environmentsDesign and build frameworks for automation and regression testing of large-scale applicationsTake responsibility for complete software development life cycle of applications and documentation at every stageOptimize existing processes and applications using innovative techniquesAnalyze performance metrics/ computing parameters and results statistically and create reportsParticipate in the implementation of multiple applications in a Unix/Linux environment, use Unix scripting, Python, C++ or Perl and other languages as neededUnderstand and resolve challenges related to handling large scale computing applications in production environment proactivelyCommunicate analysis of challenges and solutions in a collaborative working environmentUnderstand new business needs and convert them into effective technical solutionsRequired3+ years of Python development required.2+ years of SQL required.2+ years of experience with JAVA and JavaScript2+ years of experience in web application development and a solid understanding of web application development processes.Must have experience with Unix scripting and working in a UNIX environment.Strong experience most of the following required: C+, R, SAS, Perl, Oracle, Netezza, AWS.Experience with automation and regression testing of large-scale applications.Experience with functional and Object-Oriented Programming and complete software development life cycle is required.Experience working in an Agile environment required.Ability to handle and process large datasetsExperience with the implementation of large-scale, real-time, business critical systems / software applications in a Unix environment, using Java scripting, Perl or Python.Financial knowledge on interest rates/home prices, mathematical thinking is a big plus.Experience building financial systems is strongly desired.Experience building/developing web services is strong desired. Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field, Master's degree is preferred.The Oakleaf Group is a premier advisory firm with expertise in risk management and financial modeling for the mortgage and banking industries. We serve publicly traded and privately held banks and non-bank mortgage firms, government agencies, law firms, insurance companies, institutional asset managers and hedge funds. Founded in 2007, our firm's over 100 professionals are located in the Washington, DC and New York City metro areas, serving clients across North America and Europe.