Lead Back End Software Engineer, Factset

• 3+ years FactSet or industry experience in software engineering or a related field
• Ability to develop high quality and performant software in C++, using required 3rd party tools, applications and libraries where needed
• Ability to learn and apply internal systems and processes for developing and deploying software
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers within the organization

Desirable

• The Institutional Buy Side SBU is responsible for the strategy, execution and development of products that establish FactSet as the premier technology partner for the Analytics investment community
• The Buy Side Middle Office group provides a fully connected ecosystem, increases operational efficiency and reduces total cost of ownership for our clients
• The Middle Office group is looking for a talented and motivated individual to join a team of software engineers building, maintaining, and driving the engine powering our Returns Analytics products
• The engineer will collaborate extensively with Product Management and alongside other engineers within the PAR and the P&R engineering team. They will work with Developer Services, DMW, PIE, and other teams to integrate recommended technology and enhance best practices
• This position will be a Lead Back End Software Engineering role within the Returns Analytics Engineering group
• Design, implement, test, document, maintain, and enhance high-quality code
• Collaborate with other engineers, product developers and strategists to brainstorm ideas, implement prototypes and gather feedback
• Follow best practices such as code reviews, testing, documentation, and version control
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting
• Set milestones for self and reporting on the progress and evolution of tasks and projects
• Collaborate with other engineering leaders to build best-in-class products and services
• Balance and accelerate work towards technical debt reduction while delivering client-facing products
• Work closely with PD and stakeholders to identify and prioritize work which provides the greatest value, both immediate and long-term