Senior Quant Data Engineer

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

11

The Team: 

The Research Signals group provides independent research and investment consulting services to the institutional asset management community. The group researches and develops individual factors and multi-factor models across a range of asset classes by applying a systematic evaluation process to a variety of fundamental, technical, and industry-specific data sources.    

 
Responsibilities and Impact: 

The Senior Quantitative Data Engineer develops and supports new and existing quantitative products and datasets.  The Research Signals team’s research and datasets are widely used across the investment management industry. This position will partner with stakeholders in technology, research and operations and the broader product management team to build a data platform, deliver robust production systems and ensure high data integrity of our quantitative products which include alpha factors, risk models and quantitative investing software solutions.   

• Develop both on-premises and cloud-based data ingestion processes using SQL,  Python  

• Engineer data models and infrastructure for a wide variety of market and alternative dataset 

• Author tests to validate data quality and measure the stability of the data acquisition processes  

• Work directly with Analysts, Product Specialists, and the technology team to understand requirements and provide end-to-end data solutions  

• Communicate with data providers to onboard new datasets and troubleshoot technical issues   

• Investigate and defuse time-sensitive data incidents 

 

Compensation/Benefits Information:

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $151,300. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. 

 

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. 

 

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.  

 

What We’re Looking For: 

Basic Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field  

• 7+ years of relevant overall experience 

• Strong analytical, data and programming skills (Python/SQL/NoSQL/JavaScript)  

• 3+years of experience with large data sets ETL and techniques to architect them for performance, experience using alternative unstructured data is a plus   

• 1+ year of experience with cloud computing services, AWS preferred  

• Aptitude for designing infrastructure, and data products for Quant/Data Scientists is a plus  

• Ability to work effectively in an agile environment with numerous stakeholders on complex research and new development projects  

• A genuine interest in investment strategies, equities, and fixed income. Asset management industry experience is a plus.  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, must be a team player 

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)