The Benchmarks and Indices business represents one of the key strategic areas of focus for FactSet’s Data Solutions organization, and it is now at a pivotal point in product maturity. There is an opportunity to innovate the business with new solutions while managing the existing business via more turnkey and standard solutions. To support this growth and maturity, the engineering team is expanding.
As a team member, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing the Benchmark DataFeed (BDF) product. This will involve applying strong engineering principles, designing robust code, and making sound decisions. Your focus will be on delivering code that is consistently high-quality, stable, and scalable, which will enhance your understanding of the inner workings of the BDF product. Additionally, you will collaborate with various stakeholders, including the product development team, support teams, and other engineering teams across the company.
Responsibilities:
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Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of data structures and algorithms, object-oriented programming, and software engineering principles.
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Ensure that deployed products are adequately maintained throughout their lifecycle, including participating in on-call responsibilities.
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Engage in design and code reviews for various products across multiple programming languages in an agile environment.
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Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders to translate their needs into teamwork initiatives.
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Demonstrate the ability to learn quickly and be open to acquiring new skills and knowledge.
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Make substantial technical contributions to team projects, with a focus on new enhancements, stability, and performance.
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Be self-motivated and collaborate directly with the team lead, taking responsibility for independent project execution.
Minimum Requirements:
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2-5+ years of software engineering experience required
Critical Skills:
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Proficiency in .NET and its development environment
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Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web frameworks/libraries such as Angular or Vue.js
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Familiarity with relational databases, data modeling techniques, and ORMs
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Familiarity with API design
Additional/Desired Skills:
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Experience with C++, TypeScript, Perl
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Experience with Cloud platforms such as AWS or Heroku
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Experience or knowledge of CI/CD concepts and GitHub
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An interest in the financial services domain
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Strong technical writing and presentation skills
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or similar technical field or equivalent practical experience.
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Factset London, England Office
One Snowden Street, , London, United Kingdom, EC2A 2DQ,
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