VP - Software Engineer

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring framework, and high availability service design. This role will be pivotal in designing, developing, and optimizing robust backend systems that power our index and product generation platforms while providing technical leadership within the team. You'll be joining a dynamic team focused on solving complex challenges in delivering near real-time financial data with high throughput and resiliency requirements.About the TeamThis is an excellent opportunity to join the Index IT team, as part of a delivery-focused IT group responsible for designing, developing and supporting internal, client and public-facing distribution solutions.If selected, you will work as part of a delivery focused and talented software development team responsible for designing, developing and supporting the index and product generation platforms.You will use cutting edge software development techniques and technologies, following the best practices of the industry.Our team solves challenging problems around delivering near real-time financial data, working with large flexible schemas and building database systems that provide exceptional throughput and resiliency. We leverage the latest technologies including Kubernetes, continuous integration/deployment pipelines, and build highly observable applications.MSCI provides a very attractive compensation package, an exciting work environment and opportunities for continuous self-development and career advancement for the right candidates.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.