Senior Software Engineer (Python)

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.  

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 combines hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers into a single powerful information system.  

FactSet’s product suite of smart analytics and unique data empower the world’s leading financial service professionals to make more informed decisions every day. At our heart is an inclusive community unified by the spirit of going above and beyond. Our philosophy is to embrace diversity, and that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time. We continuously look ahead to advance the future and technology of our industry, by rolling up our sleeves to solve tough problems together, and by learning from our successes, as well as our failures.  

Being a software engineer at FactSet is to shape the future of investments technology. Our engineers use cutting edge technologies including machine learning, natural language processing, predictive analysis, and cloud computing to solve some of the investment community’s greatest challenges – relying every step of the way on some of our most creative minds to create sleek and intuitive UIs that make our products among the industry’s easiest to use.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

• FactSet is seeking for a Python Developer along with experienced AWS Developer to join our engineering team responsible for making our product more scalable and reliable.  

• Deliver high quality, re-usable and maintainable code, perform Unit / Integration Testing of assigned tasks with in the estimated timelines.  

• Build robust infrastructure in AWS appropriate to respective component of product  

• Proactive in providing Technical solutions with effective communication & collaboration skills.  

• Perform Code Reviews and ensure best practices are followed.  

• Work in agile team environment and collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth product delivery.  

• Ownership on end-end product & Individual contribution.  

• Ensure high stability of product.  

• Continuous Knowledge sharing internal & external of Team.  

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JOB REQUIREMENTS   

• Bachelor or master’s degree in computer science  

• 5-8 years of Total experience.

• Minimum 5 year of experience in Python development. 

• Minimum of 2 years working experience in Linux/Unix environments 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong experience and proficiency with Python, Pandas, Numpy.  

• Experience with AWS components.  

• Experience with Github-based development processes  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  

• Organized, self-directed, and resourceful with the ability to appropriately prioritize work in a fast-paced environment  
    

Good to have skills:  

• Familiar with Agile software development (Scrum is a plus).  

• Experience in front end development 

• Experience in database development 

• Experience in C++ development 

• Exposure on design patterns 
   

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.

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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. 

At FactSet, we celebrate difference of thought, experience, and perspective. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.