Junior Java/Clojure Engineer in London

About the Role:

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. Asset class coverage includes foreign exchange, interest rate and equity derivatives.

As Java/Clojure Engineer working within OTC Derivatives Data you will be working closely with our product and data specialists across all asset classes, extending our platform. As well as delivering software of high quality, you will work towards the team’s goals of high test-coverage, automated, frequent deployment and regular cycles of code delivery, testing and feedback.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Develop new software and enhance existing software to high standards. Adhere to best practices that enhance user experience, usability, scalability, performance and security.
• Work with business analysts and product specialists on maintenance and improvements to our platform. Provide technical support and guidance to these teams.
• Work with the global OTC Derivatives Data development team on all aspects of the platform (e.g. infrastructure, architecture, all asset classes).
• Ensuring clear communication on status to all stakeholders including regular progress and updates to your manager, peers and leads.
• Establish a productive working relationship with main product stakeholders for these components.
• Maintain and support the applications, investigating and fixing issues.
• Ensuring support to business queries and fixing any issues to ensure business continuity.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Degree in computer science or numerate discipline, or equivalent background around 3 years of experience working on distributed Java platforms and Web Platforms.
• Comfortable working with both UNIX/Linux and Windows environments.
• Good understanding of agile software development methodology.
• Thorough understanding of fundamental software engineering and computer science principles: object-oriented design, structured design, databases, algorithms, data structures, usability, refactoring debugging, agile software development methodology and industry best practices.
• Excellent design and problem solving skills.
• Experience providing architectural guidance and mentoring others.
• Motivation to acquire/increase knowledge of the financial sector is essential.
• An understanding of derivatives is a plus.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Java 21, Clojure 1.12.
• Datomic Database, Dynamo DB.
• AWS (S3, Dynamo DB, Fargate, Lambda, Elasticache).

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.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership.

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.

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions.

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.