ABOUT FACTSET

FactSet combines hundreds of databases into a single, powerful information system. It is a one-stop source for financial information and analytics for business analysts, portfolio managers, investment bankers / management firms and other financial professionals to analyze companies, portfolios, markets & economies. FactSet was formed in 1978 and operates out of 64 locations worldwide. FactSet with over $1.6 billion in annual revenues is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut and employs nearly 10000 people worldwide. Our operations extend within North America as well as Europe and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, the Company has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

FactSet is looking for talented Software Engineers who will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining various financial applications, tools and utilities. A software engineer is typically involved in all phases of development – from design through implementation. Software engineers work with various other departments to ensure that FactSet’s products and technologies are responsive to changing needs of the investment community. Ideal candidate must have thorough knowledge of Software Engineering principles and best practices. Individual must possess a high degree of creativity, a strong talent for problem-solving to conquer complex technical obstacles and work independently. While working on different projects, Software Engineers at FactSet use a combination of the following:

Object oriented languages such as C++, C#, Java, Go.Scripting languages like Python, Perl, etc. on Windows or Linux platform.Platform as a Service (Paas) and cloud Technologies like Heroku, AWS, Azure.Relational Database technologies such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle.NoSQL Database technologies like Redis, ES (Elasticsearch).UI technologies as AngularJS, VueJS.JavaScript libraries and superscripts such as jQuery, Bootstrap, ES6, Typescript, etc.Continuous Integration Tools like Jenkins.Source Code repositories like Perforce and GIT

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalentOpen to fresh graduates or junior candidatesStrong Analytical and problem solving skillsStrong understanding and hands-on experience of GIT.Strong understanding of RDBMS concepts.Good knowledge of Object-Oriented Design and Analysis principlesAbility to articulate and quickly adopt development best practicesExcellent organizational and communication skillsWillingness to work as a member of a team, including participating in peer code reviews and maintaining project and operational documentationAbility to work as part of a geographically diverse teamAbility to create and review documentation and test plansAbility to communicate with both technical and non-technical people

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

 

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