Credit Technology, Senior Software Engineer – Chicago

Description

The company is a Nationally Recognized Statistical Ratings Organization (NRSRO) that works to raise market transparency. It issues high-quality ratings using securities research, monitoring, data and technology.

You would join the Credit Technology group in Chicago as a Senior Software Engineer.

Engineering sits at the centre of the business. The team includes software engineers, infrastructure engineers, leaders and UX professionals, and it treats technology as both a craft and a competitive edge.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain commercial-grade Web applications, including new systems and upgrades to existing ones.
• Build backend APIs on the Node.js framework.
• Build single page apps and responsive interfaces with client-side frameworks such as Angular.js or Vue.js.
• Write CSS that displays consistently across browsers and platforms.
• Work with other engineers on APIs and on modernizing the platform to deliver strong product experiences.
• Help set work priorities so project goals are met.
• Iterate on new features and ongoing maintenance using an Agile approach.
• Keep up with emerging technologies.
• Apply usability best practices.

Requirements

• Solid software engineering experience building commercial-grade Web applications.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics or a related field.
• 5-7 years of development experience with HTML5, JavaScript and CSS3.
• 3-5 years of experience with SPA client-side frameworks such as Angular.js or Vue.js.
• 3-5 years of experience with server-side technologies such as Node.js or Java.
• Working knowledge of enterprise concerns such as security, scalability, transaction management and concurrency.
• Familiarity with MVC and MVVM design patterns is required.
• Experience with SASS and build tools such as Grunt or Gulp.
• Motivated, with the drive and ability to learn new technologies and take on more responsibility within the technology team.
• Works independently, communicates effectively and delivers superior results.
• Experience working in Scrum-based methodologies is a plus.
• Experience in the financial services industry is desirable.

Conditions

This position is based in the Chicago office.

The hybrid model at most locations is four days in-office each week, with other flexible options available as needs change.

Total cash compensation range is $117,500.00-172,350.00, including annual base salary and target incentive.

After accepting an offer, you must disclose personal and related investments confidentially to Compliance, which reviews them against the Code of Ethics. Any conflicts of interest must be liquidated immediately.

Depending on department and location, certain accounts, such as all US employee accounts, must be held with an approved broker. If yours are not, you must move your holdings to one.

Employment is through the company's US legal entity, DBRS, Inc.

Benefits

• 401k with a 100% match up to 6% of salary.
• Potential for stock ownership.
• Company-provided life insurance of 1x salary plus commission.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with potential premium discounts and company HSA contributions of up to $500-$2,000 annually on specific plans.
• Additional wellness incentives of up to $300-$600 annually.
• Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance.
• Trust-based time off.
• 6-week paid sabbatical program.
• 6-week paid family caregiving leave.
• Competitive 8-24 week paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Leadership coaching and formal mentorship.
• Annual flex stipend of $1000 for education and well-being expenses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Charitable matching gifts.
• Dollars for Doers volunteer program.
• Paid volunteering days.
• 15+ employee resource and affinity groups.