Senior Analyst, Index Product Development

OverviewJob Purpose This role sits at the center of ICE’s index design, build, and delivery process. As a Senior Analyst on the IDI product team, you will lead the design and verification of new index products, translating client demand and market insight into robust, production-ready indices. You will also contribute to research publications and client-facing materials that communicate the value of ICE’s index franchise. The position requires strong analytical judgment, the ability to work with large and complex datasets, and clear, effective written communication. Responsibilities Lead the design and prototyping of bespoke and standard fixed income, equity, or commodity indices in partnership with IDI product, R&D, and quantitative teams to meet client and market demandOwn the end-to-end verification of new index builds—validating that methodology rules have been correctly implemented and that calculated data is accurate at both the security and index levelAnalyze, interpret, and quality-check large datasets spanning analytics, index constituents, and portfolio-level metrics using Python, SQL, and advanced ExcelDevelop and maintain proficiency with the ICE Index Platform (Index Constituents, Profiling tool, Data Download, Custom Index tool, etc.), which is central to daily workflows; onboarding and training will be providedContribute to research publications, market commentary, and methodology documentation—preparing charts, tables, and written analysis that translate complex index data into clear takeaways for internal stakeholders and clientsIdentify and implement workflow efficiencies and process improvements that increase accuracy and reduce turnaround timeProvide ad hoc research and data analysis to support the global IDI product team Knowledge & Experience Required Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Technology, or a related quantitative field3–5 years of experience in credit research, reference data, security pricing, portfolio management, trading, indices, or ETF designProficiency with Python and Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation); working knowledge of SQLFamiliarity with common construction methodologies for equity and fixed income indices, and with index and portfolio analyticsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into specific, actionable takeawaysExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate technical concepts into clear, accessible language for diverse audiencesStrong attention to detail and a high degree of ownership over accuracy and qualityAbility to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentCompetence with Windows Office tools (Word, PowerPoint) for presentations and documentation Preferred Professional certifications such as CFA or CIPMKnowledge of product management procedures and frameworksExperience with database querying and scripting beyond basic SQLEagerness to learn new tools and methodologies, and to collaborate across functions and geographies New York Base Salary Range The expected base salary for this role, if located in New York, is between $100,000 - 155,000 USD.  The base salary range does not include Intercontinental Exchange’s incentive compensation.  While we provide this range as general guidance, at ICE we compensate employees based on the skillset and experience of the individual. Regular full-time ICE employees are eligible for a suite of competitive employee benefits, including healthcare coverage (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) plan, life insurance, time off, and paid leave for qualifying circumstances. Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.