Apprentice

**Who we are looking for:** We are looking for a passionate, hard-working and talented apprentice who can support Research partners by engaging in data operations and development activities. You will get hands on experience of various asset classes and the intricacies of the underlying investment data. The role offers hands-on learning in SQL, Python, database fundamentals and CI/CD through real-world projects and mentorship from experienced team members. Ideal for candidates eager to build foundational technical and professional skills in an enterprise environment. On a day to day basis, the job may entail working as a team to resolve a production issue, analyzing data, building data pipelines, deploy code etc. **Why this role is important to us:** On a day to day basis, we receive market data from various vendor across different asset classes to support SSGA Investment Research models and processes that further generates signals which helps in taking strategic decisions to construct portfolios for our clients. **What you will be responsible for:** As Apprentice you will: * Work with team to execute Daily BAU/operational tasks * Ability to design and code right solutions starting with broadly defined problems * Drive best practices * Work in an agile environment to deliver high quality software solutions * Very detail oriented with ability to work with both Developers and other team members * Good understanding of data, especially Fixed Income, Equity, Cash & Currency. * Ability to adapt to agile methodologies, quick self-learner **What we value:** These skills will help you succeed in this role: * Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment ,Bug fix verification and validation. * Experience in SQL Programming, Python, Data Warehousing concepts, Shell scripting will be an added advantage but not mandatory. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills **Education & Preferred Qualifications:** * Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Co