Job Description - Software Engineer - Private Investments (240000FB)
- Job Number: 240000FB
Requisition Title : Software Engineer - Private Investments
**Description**:
**Your team responsibilities***
As part of MSCI's Private Investments services HedgePlatform provides hedge fund transparency solution to investors to look through a hedge fund's investment portfolio and understand its compliance with the fund's investment guidelines and risk parameters by using state-of-the-art MSCI systems. The HedgePlatform development team is responsible to design, develop, and maintain software data processing and integration services and internal productivity tools. As a Software Developer, you will play a crucial role in our team by providing development support to our business analysts in Americas timezone. You need to collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of our product. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and continuous learning are essential for this role.
**What we will offer you**:
- At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose - to power better investment decisions. You'll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.
- Wherever you are located you will find transparent compensation schemes and employee benefits that can help ensure your financial security and health. While they vary by different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as an MSCI employee.
- Our flexible ways of working will allow you to maximize your potential, and we will empower you with the trust, accountability, and advanced technology to perform at your very best.
- You'll find a purposeful approach to wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our 'Here For You' Employee Assistance Program is available for our employees globally, providing confidential emotional support, financial and legal advice free of charge.
**Your key responsibilities***
- Implement data processing and integration backend logic, APIs, and database interactions.
- Monitor and maintain existing software systems.
- Troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.
**Your skills and experience that will help you excel**
**Specific Knowledge/Skills**:
- Strong understanding of Java and its ecosystem.
- Experience in Perl programming.
- Working knowledge of databases and SQL queries.
- Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
**Desired Experience**:
- Experience working in an Agile development environment.
- Understanding of Microsoft Azure Devops services.
- Familiarity with Oracle databases.
- Proficiency in using Jira.
- Version control using Git.
- Knowledge of incident management.
**Desired Qualifications**:
- University or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
**How we'll support you**
- Our culture of high performance and innovation relies on our people sharing their knowledge and lifting each other up. You'll be surrounded by a collaborative, global network of talented colleagues who will support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.
- We believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With the right challenges, encouragement, and development support you can shape your own career experience. Career paths are multi-directional, and we encourage and support internal mobility to help you identify new opportunities to progress and take control of your future.
- As a new joiner you'll be enrolled on our Global Orientation interactive learning experience to set you up for success.
- At MSCI we act in ways that encourage respect for all voices, ensuring that everyone can be themselves and feel like they are a part of the company. We are intentional about ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and supported with equal opportunities to succeed.
- We have eight MSCI Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women's Leadership Forum.
**About MSCI**
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.
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