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Lead II Software Engineer

S&P Global

Princeton, NJ
Full Time
Senior
135k-197k
10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

S&P Dow Jones Indices is seeking a Lead II, Full-stack Developer with backend and frontend development expertise to be a key player in planning, preparation, and development of software for a key platform. This role requires a seasoned engineer who works effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. The candidate must be delivery-focused with financial applications experience and skills. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining solutions across multiple technology platforms supported by the technology team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and development of Java full-stack applications for SPDJI web platform systems
  • Migrate existing applications to Java based micro services, deploy using docker and containers
  • Participate in multiple software development processes including requirement analysis, design, coding, testing and documentation
  • Develop software applications based on clear business specifications
  • Work on new initiatives and support existing Index applications
  • Perform application & system performance tuning and troubleshoot performance issues
  • Build applications with object-oriented concepts and apply design patterns
  • Setup development environment / sandbox for application development
  • Perform unit testing of application code and fix errors
  • Interface with databases to extract information and build reports
  • Effectively interact with customers, business users, and IT staff

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems or Engineering, or demonstrated work experience in lieu
  • 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, testing, and deploying complex projects
  • Strong Java skills with experience in development of concurrent and distributed systems
  • Hands-on experience in HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, jQuery, and Angular 2+
  • Advanced experience with Spring-based technologies (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, etc.) and caching frameworks like Hazelcast
  • Experience in designing and implementing micro services-based solutions
  • Experience writing unit/integration tests
  • Experience writing SQL queries and understanding data models
  • Good understanding of AWS cloud services (EC2, ECS, Load Balancer, Security Group, Lambda, S3, etc.)
  • Experience in DevOps development and deployment using Docker and containers
  • Good knowledge about Infrastructure and exposure to CICD
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

  • Experience with cloud infrastructure and deployment automation
  • Experience with financial applications or indices

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
  • 10+ years of experience in software development and deployment

Benefits & Perks

  • Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
  • Flexible Downtime: Generous time off to stay energized
  • Continuous Learning: Access to resources for career growth and skill development
  • Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education, and financial wellness programs
  • Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for partners and children
  • Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts, referral incentives, and small perks

Working at S&P Global

At S&P Global Dow Jones Indices, the company values integrity, discovery, and partnership. They focus on powering global markets through transparency, innovation, and collaboration. The organization emphasizes curiosity, shared goals, and a commitment to a more equitable and sustainable future. Their team of over 35,000 worldwide is driven by a belief that essential intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for all.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 11, 2025
Salary135k-197k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

About S&P Global

Website

spglobal.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Princeton, NJ

Industry

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