Software Engineer - Java

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Financial Services industry. In this role, you will work on developing robust, scalable, and efficient software solutions that meet the needs of our financial clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java programming, financial services knowledge, and experience working on complex, large-scale systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement Java-based applications for financial services platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and other engineers, to define software requirements and features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on scalability and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, ensure adherence to coding standards, and identify areas for optimization and refactoring.
• Implement and maintain APIs, microservices, and other integrations between different financial systems.
• Work on back-end systems related to payments, trading, compliance, data processing, and reporting.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues, including performance bottlenecks and security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct unit testing and support quality assurance processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Java development.
• Experience with frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, and Java EE.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP), design patterns, and software development best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Experience with relational databases (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Strong understanding of financial services concepts such as payments, securities, trading platforms, and risk management.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with version control systems (Git, SVN).
• Knowledge of security best practices in financial software development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with financial data feeds, trading platforms, and market data protocols (FIX, SWIFT).
• Familiarity with messaging queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of JavaScript, front-end technologies, or full-stack development.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

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

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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