Computer Science jobs in United Kingdom

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

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 Full-stack Java/Clojure developer working within OTC Derivatives Data you’ll 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’ll 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 – 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)

Benefits:

• 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.

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.