Lead Software Engineer

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our team working on an Acquisition & Collection platform hosted in Azure Cloud.

This application is a critical service responsible for scraping and collecting data from various sources such as websites, SFTP servers, APIs, and more.

You will play a key role in designing and implementing cloud-native, distributed systems that power our data acquisition capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop: Build and maintain microservices-based distributed systems using cloud-native architecture in Azure.
• Data Acquisition: Implement robust solutions for scraping and collecting data from diverse sources (WWW, SFTP, APIs).
• Code Quality: Ensure high-quality code by adhering to SOLID principles, applying design patterns, and leveraging static/dynamic analysis tools like SonarQube.
• Agile Delivery: Work in an Agile/SCRUM environment, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to meet tight delivery schedules.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Own delivery of critical platform capabilities, delegate tasks when needed, and mentor junior team members.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and growing your professional network.

Required Skills & Experience

• Programming Languages: Proficiency Java and Python or in at least two of the following - C#, Java, Python, and JavaScript
• Microservices Architecture: Strong understanding of distributed systems and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Best Practices: Familiarity with SOLID principles, design patterns, and code quality tools (SonarQube or similar).
• Data Integration: Experience with APIs, web scraping, and secure file transfer protocols.
• Agile Methodologies: Comfortable working in SCRUM teams and delivering in iterative cycles.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Nice-to-Have

• Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, App Services, Storage, Networking).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar).
• Knowledge of security best practices for data acquisition and cloud deployments.
• Familiarity with message queues (e.g., Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ).
• Exposure to data processing frameworks.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on a mission-critical platform in a modern cloud environment.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Professional growth through mentorship and challenging projects.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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