BASIC REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Java application development.
• Strong experience with Spring Boot and Microservices.
• Experience with AWS and Docker.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as React JS.
• Proven track record of building scalable, high-performance applications.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

RIGHT TO WORK REQUIREMENTS:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

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:

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a leader in benchmarks and investable indices providing indispensable solutions to institutional clients. We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer for our indices prototyping platform. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled developer with experience in designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems that handle complex calculations and are deployed to cloud infrastructure. This role is pivotal in advancing S&P Global’s capabilities in delivering high-quality indices and benchmarks.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java-based applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation.
• Develop and implement applications that are highly scalable and fault-tolerant.
• Utilize AWS for cloud-based application deployments.
• Use Docker for containerization of applications.
• Implement user interfaces using React JS.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends

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.