Lead Software Engineer (Python & AWS)

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions.

At FactSet, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They express how we act and operate, serve as a compass in our decision-making, and play a big role in how we treat each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time, and that curiosity is the key to anticipating our clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations.

Lead Software Engineer (Python & AWS)

About Factset

FactSet is a leader in providing research and analytical tools to finance professionals. FactSet offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics around the world. FactSet clients combine hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers into a single powerful information system

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to lead our Data Acquisition team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance Data Acquisition platform/systems that drive our collection processes. This role requires understanding of Acquisition platforms, and strong leadership skills to guide a team of talented engineers.

VALUES THAT DEFINE OUR CULTURE

We are unified by the spirit of going above and beyond for our clients and each other. We look to foster a globally inclusive culture, enabling our people to be themselves at work and to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow. We continually seek to expand our workforce with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We recognize that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time and help us provide the best solutions for our clients around the globe.

Our inclusive work environment maximizes our diversity values, engagement, productivity, and ultimately makes FactSet a fun place to work.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on the Acquisition platform target to handle sourcing of millions of documents annually, being built on Microservice Architecture. Focus on developing new features and UI while supporting and maintaining existing systems, ensuring the platform's continuous improvement.
• Lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable systems that provide reliable services to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product Owners, Architects, and other stakeholders to define system requirements and deliver innovative solutions.
• Implement best practices for software development, including code reviews, testing, and continuous integration.
• Participate in peer code reviews, maintaining project/operational documentation and help with training/coaching of team members 
• Mentor and lead a team of software engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Work independently and deliver in a deadline focused environment
• Manage production releases, bug fixes and respond to outages in a time critical fashion 
• Operate within an agile framework, collaborating with engineers and product developers using tools like Jira and Confluence. Engage in test-driven development and elevate team practices through coaching and reviews.
• Work effectively as part of a geographically diverse team, coordinating with other departments for seamless project progression.
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field is required.  8-10 years of experience in software development, with a focus on building larger scale systems.
• Proven experience in leading software engineering teams, particularly in the context of building & maintaining larger scale systems.
• Strong skills in Python, AWS, Frontend to comprehend and contribute to existing applications. Experience with frontend technologies like Angular, React or Vue.js to support development of key interfaces
• Experience in building and deploying production-level services, demonstrating ability to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.
• Proven experience working with APIs, ensuring robust connectivity and integration across the system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are critical for developing innovative solutions and optimizing existing platform components.
• Excellent collaborative and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with geographically diverse teams and key stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage work effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating self-direction and resourcefulness.
  
  

DESIRED SKILLS:

Experience in Front end: Hands-on experience developing front end for web applications is beneficial.

Diversity:

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

Return to Work:

Returning from a break? We are here to support you! If you have taken time out of the workforce and are looking to return, we encourage you to apply and chat with our recruiters about our available support to help you relaunch your career.

Company Overview:

FactSet (NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS) helps the financial community to see more, think bigger, and work better. Our digital platform and enterprise solutions deliver financial data, analytics, and open technology to more than 8,200 global clients, including over 200,000 individual users. Clients across the buy-side and sell-side, as well as wealth managers, private equity firms, and corporations, achieve more every day with our comprehensive and connected content, flexible next-generation workflow solutions, and client-centric specialized support. As a member of the S&P 500, we are committed to sustainable growth and have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in 2023 by Glassdoor as a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award winner. Learn more at www.factset.com and follow us on X and LinkedIn.