FTSE Software Engineering & Data Engineering Opportunities

LSEG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

FTSE Russell, part of LSEG, seeks hands‑on engineers to modernise and scale a cloud‑native, low‑latency FTSE platform that underpins critical investment products used worldwide. You will tackle software challenges where performance and data quality are non‑negotiable, leveraging AWS and AI‑assisted tooling to accelerate delivery.

The role requires collaboration across global teams and a strong foundation in modern engineering practices, with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software using Java, Python, C++, C#, or similar technologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Knowledge of CI/CD, automation, testing, and modern engineering practices.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Interest in AI and emerging technologies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Modernise and scale the FTSE platform— a cloud‑native, low‑latency system operating at global scale.
• Tackle software‑engineering problems with emphasis on performance, data quality and reliability.
• Leverage cloud (AWS) and AI‑assisted tooling to accelerate delivery.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

C#

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

CI/CD

Automation

AI tooling

Job description

Role Summary

FTSE Russell, part of LSEG, powers recognised benchmarks and index solutions across global financial markets. Our technology, data and products help investors measure, manage and capture market opportunities.

Responsibilities

We’re looking for hands‑on engineers to modernise and scale the FTSE platform— a cloud‑native, low‑latency system that operates at global scale and underpins critical investment products used worldwide. Engineers will tackle challenging software‑engineering problems where performance, data quality, and reliability are non‑negotiable, leveraging modern cloud (AWS) and AI‑assisted development tooling to accelerate delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software using Java, Python, C++, C#, or similar technologies
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Knowledge of CI/CD, automation, testing, and modern engineering practices
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Interest in AI and emerging technologies
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience

We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law.