Software Engineer, OTC Derivatives Data in London

The Team: OTC Derivatives Data provides consistent and reliable curve and volatility data for over-the-counter derivatives in support of trading, research, valuation and independent price verification. As a Java/Clojure Engineer, you'll work closely with our product and data specialists across all asset classes, extending our platform while maintaining high test-coverage, automated deployment, and regular delivery cycles.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Develop new software and enhance existing applications to high standards, adhering to best practices for user experience, scalability, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with business analysts and product specialists on platform maintenance and improvements, providing technical support and guidance.
• Work with the global OTC Derivatives Data development team on all platform aspects including infrastructure, architecture, and asset class coverage.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders, providing regular progress updates to managers, peers, and leads.
• Establish productive working relationships with key product stakeholders.
• Support and maintain applications by investigating and resolving issues to ensure business continuity.

What We're Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, numerate discipline, or equivalent experience with approximately 3 years working on distributed Java platforms and web technologies.
• Experience with modern Java versions (such as Java 17, 21).
• Willingness to learn and work with Clojure.
• Proficiency in both UNIX/Linux and Windows environments.
• Strong understanding of agile software development methodologies.
• Solid grasp of fundamental software engineering principles including object-oriented design, databases, algorithms, and data structures.
• Excellent design and problem-solving skills with experience providing architectural guidance.
• Motivation to acquire knowledge of the financial sector (understanding of derivatives is advantageous).

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with functional programming languages like Clojure.
• Familiarity with database technologies including distributed databases (such as Datomic, DynamoDB, or similar).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including services like object storage, serverless computing, and caching solutions.
• Experience mentoring team members and contributing to technical decision-making.

Benefits:

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
• From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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.