FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions.  

At FactSet, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They express how we act and operate, serve as a compass in our decision-making, and play a big role in how we treat each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time, and that curiosity is the key to anticipating our clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations.  

ABOUT FACTSET: FactSet is a leader in providing research and analytical tools to finance professionals. FactSet offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics around the world. FactSet clients combine hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers into a single powerful information system.

VALUES THAT DEFINE OUR CULTURE

We are unified by the spirit of going above and beyond for our clients and each other. We look to foster a globally inclusive culture, enabling our people to be themselves at work and to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow. We continually seek to expand our workforce with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We recognize that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time and help us provide the best solutions for our clients around the globe. Our inclusive work environment maximizes our diversity values, engagement, productivity, and ultimately makes FactSet a fun place to work.

Content & Technology Solutions (CTS) is the industry leading content delivery platform. Clients seamlessly access organized and connected content that is easily discoverable, explorable, and procured via the Open:FactSet Marketplace. Data is delivered via a variety of technologies and formats that meet the needs of our clients’ workflows. By enabling our clients to utilize their preferred choice of industry standard databases, programing languages, and data visualization tools, we empower them to focus on the core competencies needed to drive their business. The Strategic Business Unit has experienced a double-digit year-over-year growth rate. Our solutions portfolio includes Standard DataFeeds, Data Exploration, OnDemand (API), Views, Cornerstone, Exchange DataFeeds, Benchmark Feeds, and the Open:FactSet Marketplace. 

The CTS Product Development team is looking for a Product Specialist to contribute to the expansion and integration of new content sets into our DataFeed product line.  In this role, you will be expected to gain a comprehensive understanding of CTS products and delivery technologies, to be a key contributor to defining and expanding the product packages available, and enhancing and adding features that provide connectivity, scalability, and enhanced usability.  You will work closely with a broadly distributed group of Content, Product, Strategy, Sales & Support, Engineering, and Quality Assurance. 

Development Responsibilities: 

Support one or more content data feeds, which means gaining an understanding of the data set in order to validate adherence to data model standards. 

Work with product development, content, and engineers to fix bugs, test enhancements, and assist in releases and client migrations. 

Coordinate with QA to build out test cases for new features 

Work with marketing and operations to document new releases, update training and marketing materials to communicate application features and benefits 

Assist Sales and Support with client-specific issues and questions 

Requirements:

·         Knowledge about the pricing of exchange listed instruments (equity and Futures and Options)

·         Understanding of corporate actions, including dividends, stock splits, rights issues, and mergers and acquisitions events

·         Understanding of corporate and sovereign bond pricing, credit ratings, credit curves, and terms and conditions

·         Proficiency in business communication and ability to collaborate with cross-border teams

·         Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage diverse stakeholder requirements

·         Excellent at writing SQL queries

·         Proficiency in Python and Jupyter Notebooks will be an added advantage

·         Prior experience of automating workflow and improving operational efficiencies will be an added advantage

·         Ability to manage projects with minimal supervision

Desired Attributes: 

Experience with analyzing large amounts of data, ideally within relational databases 

Interest in learning new technologies and how multiple systems work together 

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members in other offices 

Attention to detail along with the ability to see the big picture 

Ability to work on multiple projects with shifting priorities 

Self-disciplined and motivated work ethic 

Company Culture and Benefits: At our organization, we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages growth and innovation. We offer competitive benefits and provide ample opportunities for professional development, paving the way for exciting career advancement within the Financial-Technology industry.

Diversity At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

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Company Overview: 

FactSet (NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS) helps the financial community to see more, think bigger, and work better. Our digital platform and enterprise solutions deliver financial data, analytics, and open technology to more than 8,200 global clients, including over 200,000 individual users. Clients across the buy-side and sell-side, as well as wealth managers, private equity firms, and corporations, achieve more every day with our comprehensive and connected content, flexible next-generation workflow solutions, and client-centric specialized support. As a member of the S&P 500, we are committed to sustainable growth and have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in 2023 by Glassdoor as a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award winner. Learn more at www.factset.com and follow us on X and LinkedIn.