Job Description
As a hands-on People Leader and an accomplished C++ Technologist, you will join a team of 24 Developers in charge of the Commodities pricing real-time applications and infrastructure for financial data contribution. You will be leading the team and its BAU tasks which includes analysis, definition, design, construction, testing, installation, modification, and maintenance of accurately engineered information systems, containing software as the major component to meet agreed business needs. Main Responsibilities / Accountabilities:You are an accomplished hands-on C++ technologist, proficient in Agile development methodologies and experienced in the application of Scrum standard methodologies to software delivery. You will work with Scrum Master to apply the standard methodologies of Scrum, while promoting self-organization and constantly improving work processes.Technical delivery - supports the Development Manager on all aspects of the delivery chain and handles delivery performance throughout execution. Identifies opportunities to optimize the execution, working with other key technologists to set technical strategy.Risk Management - exhibits strong ability to identify and plans resolution of project risks.Communication - identifies and handles communications to all partners, provides visibility and clarity so that appropriate action can be taken by senior management, handle partner relationships and ensure strong communication plans, both within and externally to the group.Improving delivery performance - Identifies and recommends opportunities for improving the delivery model by analyzing consistent themes in lessons learned information.Dependency management - Leads analysis and ensures all impacts of dependencies are addressed in the overall project plan. Works across the organization to ensure all dependent teams are aligned with the project schedules.Resource Estimation and Planning – Ensure program plans are kept up-to-date and adjusted with ongoing project activities and maintain accurate project forecasts. Appropriately identifies when program/project is "off track" to project plans and takes immediate corrective actions, including adjusting plans to account for corrections. Leads project estimating sessions.Team Management - Define, set and communicate team goals and objectives. Provide frequent, clear feedback to development team members. Build an environment to aid the development team in practicing the core agile principles of teamwork, prioritization, team accountability, and transparency. Ensure team members have the technical skills and training to accomplish software development goals.Important Skills/Experience Required:Defines, documents and runs initiatives independently, leading and working with multiple teams that may have differing priorities and working/cultural practices.Leads team and actively participates in all phases of work. Identifies, assesses and handles risks to the success of the project.Adept at handling team interactions, build collaborative partnerships with peers and comfortable with making important decisions.Proactively seeks opportunities for process improvementEstimates costs, timescales and resource requirements for the successful completion of each project to agreed scope and constraints.Prepares and maintains delivery plans and leads activities against the planImplement effective communication plan and operating rhythm, including provision of regular and accurate reports.Candidate should be willing to work in UK Shift (12 PM – 9 PM IST) and should become comfortable with leading support activities during weekends as and when required.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. 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