Senior Software Engineer

at  Moodys

LOCATION(S):

• One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5FA, GB
  Line Of Business: Data Solutions OU(DAAS OU)

JOB CATEGORY:

• Engineering & Technology
  Experience Level: Experienced Hire
  At Moody’s, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways.
  If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.
  We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Senior Software Developer with strong proficiency in Python. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in software engineering principles and a track record of developing scalable, high-quality software solutions across a variety of platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Lead a team of 3-5 software developers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews.
• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code primarily in Python for our new unique ID platform.
• Collaborate with the development team to plan, design, and execute software solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software applications.
• Integrate software components and third-party programs to meet specifications.
• Create technical documentation for reference and reporting.
• Stay updated with the latest technology trends and advancements in Python development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Experience leading a small team of software developers.
• Proven experience as a software developer, with a strong portfolio of Python projects.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, software architecture, and design patterns.
• Familiarity with the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience with Spark and Databricks
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Technical Leadership: Lead a team of 3-5 software developers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and code reviews.
• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code primarily in Python for our new unique ID platform.
• Collaborate with the development team to plan, design, and execute software solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software applications.
• Integrate software components and third-party programs to meet specifications.
• Create technical documentation for reference and reporting.
• Stay updated with the latest technology trends and advancements in Python development