Lead Database Engineer

at  SP Global

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency in building data analytics solutions on AWS Cloud.
Thorough understanding of replication strategies and implementation of HA protocols for 99.99% uptime.
Experience with implementation of data governance and data lineage.
Proficiency in implementing data models in SQL and NoSQL databases.
Experience with microservice and serverless architecture implementation.
About S&P Global Dow Jones Indic e s
At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500 ® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average ® . More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.
S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji .
What’s In It For You?

OUR PEOPLE:

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Grade Level (for internal use): 11
S&P Dow Jones Indices is seeking a Lead database developer to be a key player in the implementation and support of Platforms for S&P Dow Jones Indices. This role requires a seasoned technologist who contributes to application development and maintenance. The candidate should actively evaluate new products and technologies to build solutions that streamline business operations. The candidate must be delivery-focused with solid financial applications experience. The candidate will assist in day-to-day support and operations functions, design, development, and unit testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

Lead the design and implementation of database solutions using Postgres and other relational databases.
Ensure database performance, security, and reliability; coordinate with application teams to define database design.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven initiatives.
Mentor junior team members and promote best practices.
Oversee database maintenance and troubleshooting.
Drive innovation by evaluating and integrating new technologies.
Produce system design documents and participate in technical walkthroughs.
Perform application and system performance tuning and troubleshoot performance issues.
Effectively interact with global customers, business users, and IT staff.
What We’re Looking For:Basic Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of IT experience in application support or development.
Strong experience in database environments – SQL, PL/SQL programming.
Experience with SPARK and NoSQL-related database technologies.
Experience in working with multi-threaded, high-performance, low-latency messaging systems.
Experience in AWS cloud-based technologies.
Experience using system tools, source control systems, utilities, and third-party products.
Experience with financial applications such as Index/Benchmarks, Asset Management, Portfolio Investment modeling, or trading systems.
Excellent communication skills, with strong verbal and writing proficiencies.

OUR PURPOSE:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.