JavaFullStackCollibra Developer

The 1MSCI Catalog team is responsible for building 1MSCI Data Catalog along with MSCI Data Marketplace and enabling a governed scalable and AI-ready data ecosystem. The team focuses on centralizing metadata improving enterprise-wide data discoverability and creating a foundation for agentic AI workflows that can intelligently access and utilize MSCI data.

As part of a high-impact engineering team in Mumbai you will help deliver next-generation catalog and marketplace capabilities that significantly improve data accessibility reduce manual effort and accelerate adoption of AI-driven use cases across MSCIs product lines.

Design and develop scalable Java-based microservices and APIs for catalog and metadata-driven platform capabilities
Build and optimize Airflow DAGs for metadata ingestion enrichment and workflow orchestration at scale
Implement integrations with Collibra to enable consistent metadata governance lineage and catalog standardization
Develop and enhance MCP tools and AI integration layers to enable intelligent and automated data discovery
Leverage Groovy and automation frameworks to improve efficiency of metadata processing and operational workflows
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver MSCI Data Marketplace capabilities and drive adoption across business units
Build fault-tolerant high-performance systems that improve metadata quality data discoverability and AI readiness across MSCI data assets

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

Required:

• 58 years of software development experience with strong expertise in Java and backend service development
• Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Hands-on experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow for building scalable data pipelines
• Strong proficiency in SQL and working with modern data platforms
• Understanding of metadata management data modeling and data governance concepts
• Familiarity with scripting and automation using Groovy or similar technologies
• Experience with Git-based version control and collaborative development workflows
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of end-to-end system design development and delivery
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data quality reliability and scalability

Preferred:

• Experience working with data catalog or governance platforms (e.g. Collibra or similar tools)
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts LLMs or AI-assisted development tools and their application in data platforms
• Familiarity with agentic AI workflows MCP tools or AI-driven data discovery frameworks
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or GCP) and modern data infrastructure
• Understanding of data lineage cataloging and enterprise data governance practices
• Exposure to financial data reference data or market data ecosystems
• Experience building metadata-driven platforms data catalogs or self-service data discovery systems

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 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 Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our vision to power better decisions. Youll 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.

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 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.

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