Director of Software Development

About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
13 Job Description

The Team: We are building an end-to-end client lifecycle management solution, where technology drives procedural automation and standardization. Our solution includes industry-leading modules and tools widely adopted by financial institutions. This strategic initiative spans the entire client lifecycle-from onboarding to maintenance and offboarding-while providing seamless integration with various in-house products. We leverage a mature technology stack supported by cloud infrastructure, along with the latest advancements in the industry to deliver this solution over a multi-year span.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Lead a global engineering team across backend, front-end, data, and AI functions, with a focus on modern architectures, AI-driven automation, and cross-jurisdictional data compliance.
• Design and architect solutions for complex business challenges in the client lifecycle management space, utilizing your extensive experience with a modern technology stack and cloud infrastructure.
• Provide guidance and technical leadership to development teams on best practices, coding standards, and software design principles, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of existing system architecture (spanning multiple systems) and creatively envision optimal implementations to meet diverse client requirements.
• Drive participation in all scrum ceremonies, ensuring Agile best practices are effectively followed.
• Play a key role in the development team to create high-quality, high-performance, and scalable code.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, assisting in their adoption by development teams to enhance productivity and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively with remote teams in a geographically distributed development model.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with business stakeholders, building consensus and resolving queries regarding architecture and design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues and defects within the technology stack and cloud-based infrastructure.
• Foster a professional culture within the team, emphasizing ownership, excellence, quality, and value for customers and the business.
• Build systems for regulatory checkpoints such as KYC, AML, FATCA/CRS, and LEI.
• Implement automation across entity matching, data validation, and workflow orchestration using AI and machine learning technologies.
• Implement agentic AI and advanced language model-based services to streamline onboarding, document processing, and exception handling.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, data sovereignty, and regulatory architecture patterns (e.g., regional sharding, zero-data copy patterns).

Compensation/Benefits Information:
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $210,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's 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.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We're Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong core Java design skills, including design patterns.
• Significant experience in designing and executing microservices using modern frameworks and components.
• Proficient in messaging tools and real-time data pipeline technologies.
• Expertise in optimizing SQL queries on relational databases.
• Strong experience with multithreading, data structures, and concurrency scenarios.
• Proficient in using REST APIs and data formats in creating layered systems.
• Experience with cloud services and serverless architectures.
• Familiarity with advanced AI technologies and APIs.
• Domain knowledge in client onboarding, KYC, and regulatory workflows, with a deep understanding of the client onboarding lifecycle: initiation, due diligence, approvals, legal entity structuring, and regulatory documentation.
• Hands-on experience with entity resolution and matching frameworks.
• Proven experience leading a development team on client lifecycle management products.
• Familiarity with business process management tools related to customization of modelers and engines.
• Knowledge of data partitioning, regulatory compliance, and the latest UI trends is desirable.
• Experience with low-code or no-code platforms is a plus.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• Proven experience working with or on client lifecycle management and/or KYC workflow solutions, demonstrating a strong grasp of the subject matter.
• Extensive experience in a team environment following Agile software development principles.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High energy and a self-starter mentality, with a passion for creative problem-solving.

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.

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What's In It For You?

Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence , pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

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 are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. 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:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• 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.

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Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
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.

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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, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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Job ID: 315951
Posted On: 2025-06-29
Location: New York, New York, United States