Barra's SRE team is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operation and availability of the platform for our global client base.

To keep up with the expectations of our clients and our growing business, we work towards a platform which is easier to manage and proactively support using improved automation, observability and tooling. We are responsible for fielding queries from internal and external teams, and are deeply involved with incident management including initial analysis, root cause write up and follow up tasks to close any gaps identified. 

We partner with a wide variety of other teams from infrastructure and engineering, to QA and business teams, so strong collaborative instincts and clear communication skills from a key part of our toolset.

As well at the wider responsibilities of the team, the successful candidate will have responibilities for end to end process improvements and looking ahead to help shape the platform for the next phase of its life.

• Java, SQL (MS and Oracle), Python and other scripting languages are all in use, so are a prerequisite.
• Our environment is pimarily a Linux cloud environment, though we do have exposure to windows servers too. Thorough knowledge of kubernetes, rancher, and broader cloud concepts is essential.
• We expect strong fintech experience to ensure candidates understand the motivations and pressures of out clients, and is able to operate at the right pace with a high degree of accuracy and consistency. 
• Curiosity, excellent problem solving and organisational skills are critical for all members of our team

What we offer you

• Salary range: $138,000 - $179,000 /year plus eligible for annual bonus.

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• 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.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , 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 environment that builds a sense of inclusion 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 we are inspired by our vision – to power better 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 strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

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