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From the employer's careers site First seen 3 Nov 2026

Senior Lead, Java Application Developer

Salary

$120,000 – $155,000 per year

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Description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Lead Java Application Developer to design, develop, and support web-based applications and backend systems for S&P Dow Jones Indices. This role includes leading and mentoring development team members, driving technical solutions, and ensuring delivery excellence across projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of Java/J2EE applications for SPDJI systems and websites.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members across development, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Develop web applications with rich front-end interfaces and integrate with internal/vendor platforms.
  • Conduct system performance tuning and troubleshoot application issues.
  • Interface with databases using advanced SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Participate in code reviews, version control, and enforce best development practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business users, product owners, and IT stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in Java development with strong skills in J2EE, JMS, EJB.
  • Proven experience leading software development teams or technical projects.
  • Proficient in advanced SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Experience with Unix scripting, vulnerability remediation, and application performance tuning.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills:

  • Experience in three or more of the following:

+ Advanced Python or Scala + CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Ansible, Fortify, DevOps pipelines) + Microservices and Big Data (Spark, Hadoop/HDFS) + AWS services (EC2, EMR, Lambda, S3, Glue) + QA automation (Cucumber, Selenium, Karate)

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.

Skills

Required

  • Java
  • J2EE
  • JMS
  • EJB
  • SQL
  • PL/SQL
  • Unix scripting

Nice to have

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://spgi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SPGI_Careers/job/New-York-NY/Senior-Lead--Java-Application-Developer_331703-1

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