Software Technologist(Java)

SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGIST (JAVA) – OPERATIONAL RISK, index technology

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG’s ticker symbol is LSEG.

Key Functions and Responsibilities

As an Engineering/Technical Lead in Benchmarking and Indices Division in Data & Analytics, the individual will be responsible for developing and supporting delivery of varied initiatives that address key Equities Index Operational Risk concerns. The candidate will be required to provide technical expertise, ownership, and responsibilities in end-to-end IT project delivery.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform the role of Senior most developer in the team with ability to provide innovative solutions to challenging business problems
• Have a solid grasp on project and delivery timelines and plan the development releases accordingly
• Design, Code, Debug, Test and Perform Code Reviews
• Works closely with Index Business, Architecture, and other peers of the technology & business organizations
• Implements new / improved software development processes and best practices, as required by group or departmental Heads
• Manages the performance and development of a team of developers
• Ensures the developer community has the technical skills required to deliver against long-term plans.

Miniumum Requirements

• 10-15+ years hands-on experience in technology development with a strong expertise in technical engineering of varied data driven projects
• This is a hands-on role
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electronics / Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of developing applications on Java, Python and Angular
• Solid experience of Rule engines ex Drools, Easy Rules is greatly advantageous
• Expert experience of micro services development through Spring Boot
• Strong understanding of Relational Databases – Postgres Aurora / RDS, SQL Server
• Good experience of working on cloud technologies and services on AWS
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Significant experience in software development methodologies and Agile based delivery

Type of Person

• Articulate, energetic person able to work alone or as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail but an ability to think laterally to solve business problems
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Creative, results driven, self-motivated, and solutions oriented
• Demonstrates a can-do attitude, exhibits self-confidence
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience of managing or influencing key decision makers
• Able to establish credibility quickly

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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