Sr. Software Engineer - (Hybrid) - C++, Python, jobs in United States
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FactSet ยท 19 hours ago

Sr. Software Engineer - (Hybrid) - C++, Python,

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide. As a key member of the Symbology team, you will architect, develop, and maintain C++ systems, ensuring high throughput and low latency for financial data solutions.

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Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and maintain C++ systems powering Symbology and company-wide resolution
Design and optimize high throughput and low latency service oriented systems on an enterprise wide scale
Build scalable APIs and interfaces and integration layers for internal and external clients
Participate in technical design and code reviews for continuous improvement and reliability
Monitor, troubleshoot, debug, and refine production environments to guarantee the quality and stability a T0 service offering by Symbology services
Champion best practices, mentor junior team members, and foster technical excellence in Symbology
Opportunity to progress towards future leadership roles, including technical and team lead responsibilities

Qualification

C++PythonDistributed systemsCI/CD workflowsRelational databasesAnalytical skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skillsMentoringSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
5+ years of experience programming in C++, with a good understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
Experience designing and implementing critical, distributed, scalable enterprise systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication for collaborating in a team environment
Self-starter that is willing to learn and adapt in a fast-paced setting and depth of industry knowledge
Exposure to CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) or automation tools

Preferred

Experience with additional programming languages. (Perl/Python/Shell)
Knowledge of relational databases (MSSQL / MYSQL)
Experience with Perforce for code versioning
Knowledge of infrastructure management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)
Understanding of financial data concepts or symbol resolution at scale for financial instruments (helpful, not required)

Company

FactSet

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FactSet is a financial research company that offers risk analytics tools and data for institutional investors.
dateFounded in 1978
location
Norwalk, Connecticut, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.factset.com

H1B Sponsorship

FactSet has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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1996-06-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Kate Stepp
Chief Technology Officer
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Helen Shan
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
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Recent News

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FactSet (FDS) Shares Decline Despite Solid Quarterly Results
2025-12-20
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These Analysts Slash Their Forecasts On FactSet Research After Q1 Results
2025-12-19
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FactSet reports Q1 adjusted EPS $4.51, consensus $4.36
2025-12-18
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