Your Team Responsibilities
We are building cutting-edge software and data workflows to identify and analyze the exposure and impact of climate change. Clients from across the capital ecosystem utilize our integrated data, analytical tools, indexes, and insights for a clear view of the climate transition. We are seeking an outstanding Software Engineer to join our Sustainability & Climate Application Development team in our Zurich office. As part of a global team, you will collaborate in cross-functional teams to build and enhance our industry-leading Sustainability, Climate, and Net-Zero solutions.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Deliver new functionalities for the calculation platform and upcoming next-generation applications for the Sustainability & Climate Business.
- Monitor and optimize application performance.
- Closely collaborate with Product Management, Research and Product Development, Quality Assurance, Data Operations, and IT Infrastructure throughout all stages of the software development lifecycle.
- Utilize hands-on experience in Python and Fast API/Flask/Django or similar REST API-based frameworks.
- Participate in at least one end-to-end development project from the ground up.
- Work within a team to implement features and partner with Product Owners, UI/UX Teams, Architects, and QA to develop implementation plans focusing on innovation, quality, sustainability, and delivering value to our business clients.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality enterprise offerings within scheduled timelines.
- Exhibit strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Maintain legacy Python applications and manage incidents on production systems.
- Knowledge of MSCI's existing climate & sustainability products and platforms is a plus.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills.
Your Skills that Will Help You Excel
- Good hands-on working experience in Python.
- Experience in research-oriented calculation frameworks like Numpy and Pandas.
- Proficient in RESTful Web Services using Fast API, Django, or Flask.
- Solid understanding and hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.
- Comprehension of the importance of testing in software development and the use of unit testing frameworks like pytest/unittest.
- Familiarity with source code control systems, especially Git.
- Hands-on experience with cloud technologies, preferably Google or Azure.
- Experience with Azure Databricks, Spark, or similar frameworks.
- Experience in building batch/ETL/integration processes on cloud platforms, preferably Google or Azure.
- Existing domain knowledge of climate products, including emissions, physical risk, and biodiversity.
- Experience in developing and managing microservices in the cloud.
- Understanding of DevOps practices and security measures.
- Exposure to open-source software.
- Experience using AI and LLM to solve business problems is a plus.
- Experience in designing solutions for data-driven applications.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
What We Offer You
- Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
- Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
- A culture of high performance and innovation, where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
- A global network of talented colleagues who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
- A Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro, and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
- Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility, and expanded roles.
- We actively nurture an inclusive environment that fosters belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.
At MSCI, we are passionate about what we do and inspired by our purpose—to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards, and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.
MSCI Inc. is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we empower clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return, enabling them to build more effective portfolios confidently. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insights and improve transparency across the investment process.
MSCI is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the company to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
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