Sr. Python/ Java Developer

This position is part of the Content Creation Platforms technology team. He/She would be a key contributing member of the application development for new and existing internal facing applications, such as the intelligent tagging, Content Creation and Packaging Aggregation and Layout platforms.

The resource would be joining a strong innovative team working on the content management platforms which support a large revenue stream for S&P Commodity Insights. Working very closely with the Product owner and Development Manager, teams are responsible for the development of user enhancements and maintaining good technical hygiene.

• The successful candidate will assist in the design, development, release, and support of implementing new application of Bedrock initiative. Skills required include Python/java, Spring Boot, RESTful microservices, cloud-based computing (Azure/AWS/Google), CSS / HTML, AJAX / JSON, XML / XSLT and SQL (PostgreSQL/Oracle).
• The candidate must be able to work well with a distributed team, demonstrate an ability to articulate technical solutions for business requirements, have experience with content management/packaging solutions, and embrace a collaborative approach for the implementation of solutions.
• Experience in the commodities markets, price assessment, analysis and news sectors will be beneficial.

Responsibilities :

• Be a strong individual contributor in all aspects of software development lifecycle following agile methodologies (Analyze, design, develop, test, debug, and deploy phases of development projects)
• Be proficient with the use of developer tools supporting the CI/CD process - including configuring and executing automated pipelines to build and deploy software components
• Actively contribute to team planning and ceremonies and commit to team agreement and goals
• Ensure code quality and security by understanding vulnerability patterns, running code scans, and be able to remediate issues
• Perform reviews and integration testing to assure quality of project development e orts
• Design database schemas, conceptual data models, UI work ows and application architectures that t into the enterprise architecture
• Support the user base, assisting with tracking down issues and analyzing feedback to identify product improvements
• Understand and commit to the culture of S&P Global: the vision, purpose and values of the organization

Basic Qualifications :

• 5+ years experience in an agile team development role, delivering software solutions using Scrum
• Proficiency in Python programming, with experience in frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis libraries (eg, Pandas, NumPy) and data visualization tools (eg, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly) and Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Experience on GEN AI or LLM models like Open AI and Claude is preferred.
• Knowledge of web scraping tools and frameworks (eg, Scrapy, BeautifulSoup)
• Java, J2EE, Javascript, CSS/HTML, AJAX, Spring Boot, OAuth
• XML, JSON, XSLT transformation
• Experience working with REST APIs (actual REST API development is a big plus)
• SQL and NoSQL Databases (PostgreSQL essential, Oracle is plus)
• Basic understanding of cloud-based computing (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud)
• Familiarity with the microservices development/deployment
• Experience with agile workflow tools (eg VSTS, JIRA)
• Experience with source code management tools (eg git), build management tools (eg Maven) and continuous integration/delivery processes and tools (eg Jenkins, Ansible)
• Self-starter able to work to achieve objectives with minimum direction
• Comfortable working independently as well as in a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge in UI frameworks (React/Angular)

• Analysis of business information patterns, data analysis and data modeling
• Working with user experience designers to deliver end-user focused benefits realization
• Understanding of Solr, Elasticsearch
• Familiar with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Messaging/queuing solutions (Kafka, etc)
• Familiar with application security development/operations best practices (including static/dynamic code analysis tools)

• 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.