Executive Director, Software Engineering Manager

Job Reference:
2025-4099
Location:
New York

Your Team Responsibilities

MSCI, Inc. Seeks Executive Director, Software Engineering Manager in New York, NY to establish and monitor processes for Issue Management, Change Management and Quality Management.

Your Key Responsibilities

Define detailed scopes of engagements and the service level agreements with Partners. Create source control branches as per the release and perform integrations from one branch to another. Determine resource requirements and hiring the required resources for projects. Identify gaps in processes and tools from postmortem meetings. Work with vendor management companies with regard to bargaining on prices for development resources. Prepare cost and revenue budgets. Identify more efficient processes, with a detailed look at initiatives to maintain and improve production stability and reliability. Leverage cutting edge software development techniques and technologies, following the best practices of the industry, as well as core Java, data structures, concurrency, java memory model, garbage collection and object-oriented designs, and apply complex software design patterns.

SALARY & WORK SCHEDULE: $256,000 to $344,000/year, 40 hrs/wk

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering or a related field and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation: utilizing experience with engineering principles, software development, and system architecture; planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure timely completion within budget; liaising with stakeholders to convey ideas and information about software development, architecture and project roadmaps identifying issues, analyzing problems, and implementing effective solutions while leading a crew of engineers through multiple quarters on different projects across organizational boundaries; utilizing programming languages including contributions of JavaScript standards and browser development; working with distributed system architecture including defining the storage architecture for outreach; and performing engineering leadership including mentoring younger engineers. Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: Please e-mail your resume to: marie.stech@msci.com Ref: KK0806WEB. NO CALLS.EOE.

About MSCI

What we offer you

  • 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, 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 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 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 power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), 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 an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams

We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

Benefits

At MSCI, we are committed to providing benefits that empower you to Be Well and Stay Well in all aspects of your life.

Use the following site to learn about the coverage options that support you and your family physically, emotionally, and financially: MSCI | Benefits (benefitsatmsci.com)

 

Development opportunities

Guided by your manager, our learning and development opportunities empower you to perform at your best, make an impact and shape your career. 

Career paths are multidirectional and we believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With access to LinkedIn Learning Pro and our bespoke Learning@MSCI platform, you can easily customize and tailor your learning journey to accelerate your career.

New York

7 World Trade Center
250 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10007
United States

Our New York headquarters are in the heart of the financial district, easily accessible via public transport, and close to countless shops, restaurants and green spaces. We’re home to all our key corporate functions, from HR and Finance to Technology and Research. Our cafeteria offers expansive views of the Statue of Liberty, and if you’re looking to recharge, you can head to one of our relax rooms, or take part in one of our yoga classes, happy hours or unique culinary experiences.

MSCI New York Office - bright office with a view on the New York skyline

Recruitment process

  1. Apply online

    First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

  2. Talk to our recruiter

    If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

  3. Interview with our team

    If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

  4. Make your decision

    If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

Executive Director, Software Engineering Manager

Job Reference:
2025-4099
Location:
New York
Job Level:
Executive Director
Job Type:
Full-Time
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