Software Engineer - Python

Join S&P Dow Jones Indices, a global leader in investable and benchmark indices, as a Software Engineer specializing in Python. This role is based in Mumbai, India, within the Information Technology sector.

About the Role

As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a global technology team responsible for analysis, development, and testing. You will contribute to key systems that calculate re-balancing weights and asset selections for S&P indices, impacting globally recognized investable assets.

Responsibilities

• Implement business requirements and system architecture.
• Engage in coding, documentation, unit test creation and maintenance, debugging, and level 2/3 escalation support.
• Perform database schema updates and data transformations.
• Conduct benchmark testing and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Ensure code quality through the creation and maintenance of unit test cases for both Python and JavaScript.
• Support production releases and troubleshoot production issues.
• Collaborate effectively with teams across different time zones.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of IT experience in application development, with a focus on back-end API and database development, and some UI development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of recent, dedicated experience with modern Python (3.9+).
• Experience with AWS services such as API Gateway, ECS/containerization, DynamoDB, and Postgres.
• Proficiency with Python libraries including Pydantic and Pandas.
• Skilled in unit testing with PyTest or UnitTest, and API testing using Postman or Bruno.
• Strong work ethic and excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• A passion for writing high-quality code with comprehensive unit test coverage.
• Prior experience in QA automation or tier-2/3 support is advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills within a highly respected company, working alongside experienced senior engineers.