Lead Data Software Development/Engineer

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

11

Job Description Summary

S&P Global Ratings’ data services group is a team of data and technology professionals who define and execute the strategic data roadmap. This team builds and manages a series of carefully curated enterprise data stores, data services, data analytics and BI products that are collectively used by global ratings business to create & publish world class credit ratings, high quality research, thought leadership and related content across more than 90 global economies.

This team has broad knowledge on Ratings organization’s data domains, technology stacks, architectural patterns and applies them to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing resulting in unified strategy and innovative ways to support our business goals.

The team follows a flexible hybrid working model with a mix of in-person days and virtual days.

Responsibilities and Impact:

As a Lead Data Engineer at Ratings division, you will be responsible for

• Being a hands-on problem solver and developer helping to extend and manage the data platforms.
• Design and development of enterprise systems, specializing in data loading, data pipelines, distribution, management & integration technologies.
• Partnering with other engineering teams and Product owners, including stakeholders in the Ratings organization to achieve business and technology goals.
• Provide inputs to technical leadership for data architecture, design, implementation of new features and iterations of core products.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $97,497 to $195,800. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• 5+ years of Information Technology experience with data/application architecture & designs, software/enterprise integration design patterns, data modeling, database technologies
• Experience in microservices and API design and implementation, with service-oriented architectures, SOAP and RESTful APIs
• Hands-on experience in developing scalable data pipeline using technologies like Kafka, Databricks, Spark and Scala applying ETL and ELT concepts.
• Deep Experience with Java/J2EE and two or more technologies from: C#, AWS, Spark, Python, Scala, Informatica, PL/SQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Kafka, Informatica, MongoDB, Angular/ReactJS, Databricks, Kubernetes
• Experience with Continuous integration and deployment tools like Jenkins and Azure DevOps
• Experience working in UNIX/Linux environment including shell scripting.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Quick learner who is highly motivated and willing to tackle new and established technologies while being able to work collaboratively as part of a team or independently.
• Experience in implementing data lake systems using cloud native technologies such as S3, Redshift, EMR, Hive, Presto, Spark. Strong understanding of cloud native architectures, design patterns and best practices. Container implementations using Docker, Kubernetes is a plus.
• Knowledgeable in technology and industry trends with ability to develop and present substantive technical solutions.
• Knowledge of Agile approaches to software development and able to put key Agile principles into practice to deliver solutions incrementally.
• Quality first mindset with a strong background and experience developing products for a global audience at scale.
• Excellent analytical thinking, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with strong ability to influence both IT and business partners.
• Financial services industry experience would be a plus.

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings 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/ratings

What’s In It For You?

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.

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.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• 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.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.  

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