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S&P Global · 3 months ago

Lead Software Engineer, Python

Princeton, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$111K/yr - $165K/yr

7+ years exp

S&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics, and workflow solutions. The Lead Software Engineer will enhance the platform's framework, maintain code quality, and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and integrate applications, primarily focusing on REST APIs and full stack development.

AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCreditEnterprise SoftwareFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation ServicesMarket Research

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Engage in hands-on coding, documentation, testing, debugging, support, and team mentoring

Design and develop applications using Python backend, databases, cloud services, and JavaScript front-end frameworks

Take ownership of code modules and lead code review processes

Collaborate with stakeholders to formalize and document requirements for existing applications and new initiatives

Work with other teams to integrate data and services across the enterprise

Break down business objectives into technical requirements, delegate tasks, and conduct code reviews and pull requests

Qualification

Python programmingFull-stack developmentAWS servicesPostgreSQLJavaScript frameworksCloud infrastructureDatabase designCommunicationTeam mentoringProblem-solving

Required

Minimum of 7+ years of experience in application development

Proficient in Python programming, leveraging its versatile libraries and frameworks to develop robust, scalable, and efficient applications

Proficient in full-stack development, comfortable with backend and UI tasks

AWS services and cloud infrastructure setup and deployment automation

PostgreSQL database design and development and performance tuning proficiency

Expertise in translating complex business requirements into maintainable enterprise software solutions

Strong communication skills and experience working with business users

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or Quantitative Finance, or equivalent experience

Preferred

Proficiency in database design, development, and performance tuning

AWS and cloud engineering services, including databases, Redis, Active MQ, Kafka, S3, Docker / ECS

Web UI development skills using JavaScript and CSS. Vue 3 framework and Tailwind CSS

Familiarity with containerization and deployment in cloud environments

Skilled in diagnosing enterprise applications in a cloud environment

Comfortable in multiple operating system environments

Experience with cloud services, messaging systems, and storage solutions

Understanding of financial markets, Index/Benchmarks, Asset Management, Trading platforms

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.