Full Stack Python Developer (Backend focused)

Build modern digital platforms at the intersection of engineering, cloud technology, and financial services.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Full-Stack Python Software Engineer to design and build high-quality digital solutions using Python web frameworks and modern front-end technologies.

You will bring strong foundations in computer science, including data structures, algorithms, SQL and NoSQL databases, distributed systems, and communication protocols. Working closely with Product Owners, architects, business analysts, Tech Leads, and fellow engineers, you will translate business needs into efficient, maintainable solutions.

You will have the opportunity to build advanced systems using modern technologies while gaining valuable experience with financial services digital marketing platforms.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality full-stack solutions using Python, Django, and Angular, with potential future migration to ReactJS.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, architects, business analysts, Tech Leads, and engineers to understand requirements and deliver practical, well-designed solutions.
• Develop and customize CMS capabilities using Wagtail, integrate PostgreSQL, and design robust task and messaging solutions.
• Build and consume REST APIs and microservices, applying established API practices including OpenAPI and Swagger.
• Contribute to cloud-based applications using AWS, modern CI/CD and code-quality tooling, Git, automated testing, and collaborative code reviews.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on software engineering experience, with significant experience using Python and Django or Flask/FastAPI, alongside front-end development using Angular (at least 7+ years).
• Strong computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, SQL and NoSQL databases, data modelling, distributed systems, and communication protocols.
• Experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL, alongside AWS cloud services, deployment strategies, Git, and modern CI/CD practices such as Jenkins.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret evolving requirements, ask effective questions, and consider solutions in the context of the wider product.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience contributing within Agile, cross-functional engineering teams.

Bonus Points For

• Experience with Wagtail or another CMS framework.
• Knowledge of ReactJS alongside Angular.
• Experience with messaging or streaming technologies such as Celery, RabbitMQ, or Kafka.
• Experience using AI-enabled coding tools such as GitHub Copilot to support software development.
• Exposure to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic approaches, or other AI-enabled engineering practices.

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions.
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture.
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications.
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services.
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Coverage – 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance effective from Day 1 of employment.
• Retirement Savings Program – Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with the option of receiving a matching employer contribution.
• Virtual Health Care & Support – Company-paid virtual health care and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) available to employees and their dependents/partners.
• Family & Wellness Support – Parental leave top-up from Day 1, a new parent gift, and fitness reimbursement to support health and well-being.
• Career Development – A Business Coach from Day 1, providing personalized one-on-one coaching to support career growth, accelerate development, and help you achieve your professional goals at Capco.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition

At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination.

AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.

Why This Role Is Open

We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is listed below. Additionally, this position may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary/variable bonus payment.

Capco is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to our people. Our compensation policies and salary ranges are designed to allow our people to progress through the salary range as they demonstrate strong performance and develop in their role over time. The base pay offered to selected candidates will be within the salary range and the placement will vary based upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.