Lead Data Engineer with FactSet Benchmark/ State Street Benchmark Data Experience

Title: Lead Data Engineer with FactSet benchmark/ State Street benchmark data Experience Location: NYC, NY Duration: 12-24+ Months Desired Candidate Profile • Expert understanding of financial benchmark data across major index providers. • Strong understanding of Master Data Management (MDM) concepts — ideally in financial services, but strong MDM experience in any industry will be considered. • Strong understanding of relational database technologies across multiple platforms. • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and service-oriented design. • Well-versed with back-end application development using Python. • Web application support mindset — not necessarily a React front-end developer, but someone who understands how a front end talks to a back end, can troubleshoot typical web app error codes, read logs, and reason about microservices and performance. • Works effectively both as a contributing team member and independently. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • 10+ years development experience with a fast-paced programming mentality and quick solution turnaround. • Experience working with FactSet benchmark data and State Street benchmark data. Required Skills • Expertise in SQL across multiple relational databases (Snowflake, Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle). • Expertise in Master Data Management implementation in modern data platforms such as Snowflake. • Proficient with object-oriented development and backend components using Python. • Proficient in ETL and ELT concepts and techniques. • Experience supporting microservices web applications hosted on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). • Experience in DevOps: GitLab CI/CD pipelines (both YAML and UI based). • Knowledge of best practices for code quality, testing, and performance optimization. • Experience using API protocols such as REST and GraphQL. • Broad knowledge of the systems and business processes used for Middle Office and Back Office functions within investment banks or asset managers. Desired Skills • Experience with Azure cloud architecture (strongly preferred; AWS/GCP-only candidates will find this role challenging). • Experience with DBT (Data Build Tool). • Strong understanding of AI / ML concepts and implementations; exposure to AI coding tools such as Claude Code or GitHub Copilot. • Experience with Jira, full-stack web app support, and agile frameworks. • Experience with Linux and shell scripting.