Software Engineer, Back End

Overview

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS STOXX is hiring for Software Engineer, Backend – Data Products Team our Mumbai office.

Overview

Join our Data Products team as an Software Engineer - Backend , where you'll contribute to the development and maintenance of ISS DataDesk—a powerful screening and analytics platform for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, product managers, and QA teams to build scalable backend systems using modern technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, well-tested backend software for client-facing products and internal tools.
• Support the design and evolution of data product architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end technical solutions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Learn from senior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
  
  

• BE/BTech degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in backend development using Java 8+.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing RESTful web services.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience working with relational databases such as SQL Server or PostgreSQL.
• Exposure to containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Well versed with writing unit and/or integration tests in JUnit 5.
• Working knowledge of Git as version control and experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub.
• Basic Linux commands knowledge to interact with applications on VMs.
• Experience with messaging queue technologies such as Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ.
  
  

• Understanding of Design Patterns.
• Familiarity with Micronaut framework, Flyway migrations.
• Hands-on experience in Golang programming language.
• Experience with orchestration tools such as Apache NiFi/Argo Workflows.
  
  

• A passion for learning and continuous improvement.
• Curiosity and creativity in solving technical challenges.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Openness to feedback and a growth-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to building clean, scalable, and maintainable solutions.
  
  

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What You Can Expect From Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

ISS Sustainability Solutions enable investors to develop and integrate sustainable investing policies and practices, engage on responsible investment issues, and monitor portfolio company practices through screening solutions. ISS Sustainability Solutions also provides climate data, analytics, and advisory services to help financial market participants understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks across all asset classes. In addition, our solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.

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