S&P Global

Software Development Manager

Gdansk, POL Full time

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

The Team:

You may know CARFAX as the company that has provided trusted vehicle information reports for over 40 years but we are so much more! CARFAX is on a mission to help millions of people shop, buy, own and sell used cars with more confidence.

The Banking & Insurance Group (BIG) is one of the most successful divisions within CARFAX, serving the insurance, automotive finance, and credit union industries. We are in high-growth mode as the use of vehicle history in these markets is increasing exponentially.

Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Lead and develop a team of 24+ Software and Quality Assurance Engineers, divided to 3 subgroups with managers, fostering their growth into self-organizing, high-performing teams through mentorship and coaching
  • Drive technical transformation by migrating existing applications to AWS cloud infrastructure using modern technologies and best practices
  • Partner strategically with Product Management, Project Services, and Data Center Operations to deliver innovative web applications, APIs, and batch systems that directly serve Banking and Insurance companies, while maintaining healthy business to tech work ratio
  • Champion Agile excellence by coaching teams in Agile, Lean, and Extreme Programming methodologies to maximize delivery efficiency and product quality
  • Execute strategic initiatives that align team objectives with departmental and corporate goals while measuring results and leading continuous improvement activities
  • Provide technical leadership to stakeholders, offering guidance and collaborative decision-making that shapes product direction and technical architecture

What We're Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • 2+ years of experience in a senior engineering management role leading development teams
  • Proven track record in performance management and team leadership within Agile product development environments
  • Fluent English communication skills with ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively
  • Strong decision-making abilities with confidence to make strategic choices in ambiguous situations
  • Collaborative leadership style that builds consensus and drives results through influence
  • Adaptability and prioritization skills to effectively balance competing internal and external demands
  • Mentorship mindset with passion for developing team members and fostering their professional growth

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on software development experience with our tech stack (Java/Groovy, React, Spring, AWS, REST/GraphQL, SQL/NoSQL)
  • Experience with test-driven development practices (TDD, BDD, DDD) and modern development tools (Gradle, GitLab)
  • Background in balancing competing internal and external priorities while managing both project delivery and production support
  • Strong collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions in fast-paced environments
  • Strategic thinking with ability to translate business objectives into technical execution plans
  • Change management expertise in leading teams through technology transformations
  • Stakeholder management skills with experience liaising with diverse internal and external partners
  • Continuous improvement mindset with track record of implementing process enhancements

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership


Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

  • Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  • Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  • Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  • Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  • Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  • Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdfdescribes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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