MSCI Inc
Job Description
Deliver clean maintainable solutions for MSCI Private Assets/Real Assets product lines, support production issues with patches and updates, and maintain compliance by keeping up with security patches. Work with data and program management to prioritize and deliver work in a predictable cadence. Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable software applications in the finance domain. Own architecture decisions and contribute to the evolution of system design and technical strategy. Write clean, modular, and well-tested code, ensuring high standards of quality and performance. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—product, UX, QA—to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions. Mentor other engineers, performing code reviews, promoting best practices, and fostering a continuous learning culture. Engage in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance tuning of mission-critical systems. Participate in the full software development lifecycle—from requirements gathering through deployment and maintenance. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance our platform capabilities. Requirements
At least 6 years of relevant experience in software engineering, with a minimum of 3 years in the finance or fintech sectors, preferably working with analytics or investment systems. Proven background in designing and implementing scalable, high-throughput systems. Deep proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C#, Java, C++, Python, or similar. Familiarity with financial concepts and products—such as risk modeling, portfolio analytics, indices, or ESG/climate data—is a strong plus. Solid understanding of system design, distributed architectures, data structures, and algorithms. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Familiar with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker), orchestration tools (Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines What We Offer
Salary range: $147,000 - $191,000 / year plus eligible for annual bonus, transparent compensation schemes, and comprehensive employee benefits. Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces. A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results. A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients. Global Orientation program, access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro, and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development. Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility, and expanded roles. 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. 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. MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Deliver clean maintainable solutions for MSCI Private Assets/Real Assets product lines, support production issues with patches and updates, and maintain compliance by keeping up with security patches. Work with data and program management to prioritize and deliver work in a predictable cadence. Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable software applications in the finance domain. Own architecture decisions and contribute to the evolution of system design and technical strategy. Write clean, modular, and well-tested code, ensuring high standards of quality and performance. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—product, UX, QA—to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions. Mentor other engineers, performing code reviews, promoting best practices, and fostering a continuous learning culture. Engage in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance tuning of mission-critical systems. Participate in the full software development lifecycle—from requirements gathering through deployment and maintenance. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance our platform capabilities. Requirements
At least 6 years of relevant experience in software engineering, with a minimum of 3 years in the finance or fintech sectors, preferably working with analytics or investment systems. Proven background in designing and implementing scalable, high-throughput systems. Deep proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C#, Java, C++, Python, or similar. Familiarity with financial concepts and products—such as risk modeling, portfolio analytics, indices, or ESG/climate data—is a strong plus. Solid understanding of system design, distributed architectures, data structures, and algorithms. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Familiar with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker), orchestration tools (Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines What We Offer
Salary range: $147,000 - $191,000 / year plus eligible for annual bonus, transparent compensation schemes, and comprehensive employee benefits. Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces. A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results. A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients. Global Orientation program, access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro, and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development. Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility, and expanded roles. 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. 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. MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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