Software Engineer – Full-Stack (React, TypeScript, Java)

1804 IHS MARKIT CANADA ULC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Flexible downtime

Continuous learning

Job summary

S&P Global Market Intelligence is hiring a senior full‑stack engineer to own features end‑to‑end, from design and implementation to automated testing and production support. You will build scalable UIs with React/TypeScript and deliver robust backend services in Node.js/Java or Java, while optimizing PostgreSQL schemas for complex, data‑heavy financial needs.

You will participate in architectural decisions, drive CI/CD and testing excellence, and collaborate with product managers and risk

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Production experience with React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript.
• Experience with REST APIs and relational databases like PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Architect and own full-stack features from design to production support.
• Build scalable UIs with React/TypeScript and backend services with Node.js/Java or Java.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL schemas for complex financial data.
• Lead technical design reviews and translate business requirements into engineering plans.
• Establish CI/CD, testing, observability, and secure development practices.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Node.js

Java

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

Jest/Jasmine/Playwright

Git

Agile

Linux

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

AWS (CloudFront/S3)

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 11 S&P Global Market Intelligence delivers information-centric capital markets and risk solutions for trading desks and their risk management partners — spanning counterparty credit risk, xVA, market risk, and regulatory compliance. Our products are trusted by buy-side and sell-side institutions worldwide, and we are actively investing in our technology and data platforms to build new revenue-generating solutions powered by open-source, big data, cloud, and emerging AI capabilities. You will join a collaborative, globally distributed engineering team that values technical rigour, pragmatic decision-making, and delivering measurable impact — working a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week from our Toronto office, with flexibility for the remainder of the week.

Responsibilities and Impact

• Architect and own full-stack product features end-to-end — from design and implementation through automated testing and production support — maintaining accountability for quality, security, and performance at every stage.
• Build scalable, performant UIs using React and TypeScript, and deliver backend services and REST APIs in Node.js and Java, contributing to a platform that powers financial risk decisions for institutions worldwide.
• Design, develop, and optimise PostgreSQL schemas and SQL solutions to support complex, data-intensive financial requirements.
• Lead technical design reviews and architectural decisions, translating intricate financial-risk business requirements into well-structured, maintainable engineering plans — collaborating with product managers and risk specialists across functions.
• Drive engineering excellence by establishing and evolving practices in testing, code review, CI/CD, observability, and secure development; mentor engineers and shape platform-wide standards.
• Apply emerging technologies, including agentic AI and AI-enabled tooling, to improve engineering productivity through code generation, automated testing, documentation, and workflow automation.

What We’re Looking For

Basic (Required) Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Production experience building and maintaining applications using React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Production experience with Node.js/Express or Java, with a demonstrated track record of delivering across multiple technology stacks.
• Production experience developing and consuming REST APIs.
• Demonstrated SQL proficiency and production experience with relational databases, including PostgreSQL.
• Production experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest, Jasmine, or Playwright.
• Demonstrated experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and Linux/Unix environments.
• Production experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Demonstrated track record of making and communicating sound technical decisions to both engineering and business stakeholders.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience with Java and Spring/Spring Boot, including cross-stack integration between JavaScript/TypeScript and Java services.
• Production experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or data-intensive backend services.
• Domain experience in financial markets, trading, risk management, or regulatory technology; working knowledge of counterparty credit risk, xVA, or market risk.
• Experience with UI libraries such as Highcharts, DevExtreme, TanStack, or Tailwind; working knowledge of HTML5, web accessibility standards, and frontend performance optimisation.
• Hands-on experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker, CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, and AWS services such as CloudFront, S3, and Okta; production experience with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated implementation of application security controls including authentication, authorisation, and data protection.
• Practical experience with generative AI, large language models (LLMs), AI-assisted development tools, or agentic frameworks.

Ontario Transparency Notice

In accordance with Ontario’s new regulations effective January 1, 2026, this job posting provides information on expected compensation. S&P Global may use automated tools or artificial intelligence to support certain aspects of the hiring process, where permitted by law. Additionally, we are committed to transparency and will inform all interviewed candidates of hiring decisions within 45 days of their interview. This posting is for an existing vacancy, and we encourage you to reach out for further information regarding our hiring practices or any questions you may have. Thank you for considering a career with us.

Compensation / Benefits Information

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range of compensation for this position is $102,375 CAD to $152,375 CAD.

Final base salary compensation for this role will be based on the individual's performance, geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan, which is included in the range of compensation above.

This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People: We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world’s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global

We are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status