Senior Software Engineer — Data Pipelines & AI (Hybrid)

MFS Investment Management; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contribution

Education assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Health & dental plans

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

MFS Investment Management is seeking a Sr Software Engineer to analyze requirements and build data pipelines supporting LCERM teams. You will design and implement small systems, collaborate with analysts, and provide production support in an agile setting.

You’ll work across databases, cloud-based vendor apps, and multiple data stores, applying strong problem-solving skills and a drive to reduce technical debt through sustainable solutions. Hybrid work arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 2-5+ years of related experience
• Strong technical acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills
• Skills in one or more programming languages: SQL, JAVA, python, scripting such as Perl.
• Ability to work across boundaries, building cross-organizational relationships.
• Strong desire to expand your skills through self-study, hands‑on learning, and formal instruction.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (both written and oral) & analytical skills; must be team‑oriented and deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Interprets business requirements, analyzes environment, maps requirements to design, codes, debugs, unit tests programs to deliver final product. Works with business analysts and user community to understand and evaluate business needs. Analyzes these needs and assists in the selection of appropriate technologies to provide an optimal solution.
• Solid experience with building custom applications, business analytics tools and their integration using AI tools.
• Configures and customizes Cloud-Based third-party vendor applications.
• Provides time-sensitive production support by investigating issues, identifying quick fixes, and subsequently reducing technical debt with sustainable solutions.
• Documents code and processes to aid in system support and facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Keeps technical skills current, well-versed in several areas of technology. Assists System Architects in the selection of new product.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment by acting as a resource for team members to address questions, obstacles, and guidance to promote success.
• Collaborates with other IT and business groups, and readily shares information to resolve problems.

Skills

SQL

JAVA

Python

Perl

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Finance, or related field

Tools

Azure Cloud

Job description

MFS Investment Management is seeking a Sr Software Engineer to analyze requirements and build data pipelines supporting LCERM teams. You will design and implement small systems, collaborate with analysts, and provide production support in an agile setting.

You’ll work across databases, cloud-based vendor apps, and multiple data stores, applying strong problem-solving skills and a drive to reduce technical debt through sustainable solutions. Hybrid work arrangements are offered.