Software Engineer I: JavaScript, TypeScript, NodeJS (Hybrid)

Pay information not provided Position Overview We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our team focused on enhancing FactSet's internal developer portal, built using the open‑source project Backstage. This portal serves as a comprehensive inventory of all software assets at FactSet, complete with metadata, technical documentation, and plugins to support strategic initiatives. It plays a vital role in streamlining development processes, automating workflows, improving discoverability, and providing guided set‑ups for developers to adhere to best practices, ensuring applications meet standards and compliance. Key Responsibilities Customize and extend Backstage components to support FactSet’s strategic initiatives, automating developer workflows. Integrate development tools and services into the portal to facilitate streamlined processes and efficient application development. Build scaffolding, scorecards, and management interfaces in Backstage to streamline and standardize CI/CD pipeline management. Integrate GenAI capabilities into Backstage to automate tasks and improve developer productivity. Ensure the scalability and reliability of the Backstage platform to support a growing number of services and users. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure Backstage functionalities align with organizational goals and enable developers to meet compliance standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience. Experience with at least one web framework, mainly ReactJS. Familiarity with Git, testing frameworks like Jest, and CI/CD tools to streamline development processes and deployments. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders. Desired Skills Experience with Backstage, including plugin develo