Senior Data Visualization Designer

Moody's Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,600 - 124,700; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Corporation is seeking a senior front-end developer to build award-winning interactive data experiences that blend storytelling, design, and technology. You will craft responsive visualizations that communicate complex financial and risk insights and collaborate with analysts, editors, designers, and leadership.

You will develop reusable components, explore datasets, and apply AI-enabled approaches to enhance storytelling and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of front-end development with production-quality interactive data stories
• Ability to translate design concepts into responsive, accessible front-end experiences
• Strong editorial and storytelling instincts to convey data through visuals

Responsibilities

• Own the build and evolution of interactive data experiences blending storytelling, design and tech
• Design and deliver interactive and static visualizations of financial, economic and risk insights
• Collaborate with analysts, editors, designers and stakeholders to identify storytelling opportunities
• Build responsive, accessible front-end experiences from concept through production using modern web tech
• Explore datasets to uncover insights and improve visual communication
• Develop reusable visualization components, design systems, and standards for scalability
• Evaluate emerging technologies including AI-enabled solutions to enhance storytelling
• Mentor team members and promote best practices across the team
• Represent the team's technical perspective in cross-functional discussions

Skills

Front-end development

Data storytelling

Communication with stakeholders

Design principles

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

D3/Canvas data viz

AI in workflows

Education

Bachelor's in Design/CS/Digital Media/Data Visualization/Journalism

Advanced training in data viz/front-end

Tools

D3

Canvas

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

WebGL/Three.js

P5.js

Cinema 4D/Blender

Job description

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are— with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Skills and Competencies

• 5+ years of professional front-end development experience, and a track record of exceptional work: A strong portfolio of production-quality interactive data stories and prototypes
• Proven ability to translate design concepts into responsive, accessible, and high-performing front-end experiences
• Strong editorial and storytelling instincts, with the ability to communicate complex data through compelling visual narratives and clear points of view
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience partnering closely with designers, analysts, editorial teams, and leadership while explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong foundation in design principles, including grid systems, typographic hierarchy, layout composition, and editorial design sensibilities
• Expert-level proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with hands-on experience using D3, Canvas, or similar data visualization libraries; proficient in at least one analytical programming language, such as R or Python, and able to apply statistical thinking to real-world problems
• Experience working with modern JavaScript frameworks such as Svelte, as well as familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Illustrator and Photoshop), web production workflows and Mac OS environments; proven ability to leverage AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency while being aware of AI risk management with a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use
• Preferred: Experience with geospatial tools such as QGIS; exposure to WebGL or creative coding frameworks (e.g., P5.js, Three.js); experience with 3D tools such as Cinema 4D or Blender; and motion graphics or video editing capabilities

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Computer Science, Digital Media, Data Visualization, Journalism, Information Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Advanced training or certifications in data visualization, front-end development, user experience design, analytics, or emerging technologies is preferred

Responsibilities

Own the build and evolution of award-worthy interactive data experiences that blend storytelling, design, and technology.

• Design and deliver interactive and static data visualizations that communicate complex financial, economic, and risk-related insights
• Partner with analysts, editors, designers, and business stakeholders to identify storytelling opportunities and create compelling digital experiences
• Build responsive, accessible, and high-performing front-end experiences from concept through production using modern web technologies
• Explore and analyze datasets to uncover insights and recommend innovative approaches for visual communication and audience engagement
• Develop and maintain reusable visualization components, design systems, and technical standards that improve scalability and consistency
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to enhance storytelling capabilities and operational efficiency
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor and mentor, promoting best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement across the team
• Represent the team's technical perspective in cross-functional discussions, helping translate strategic objectives into engaging digital experiences

About The Team

Our Data Story Team within Moody's StoryLab is responsible for transforming complex information into compelling visual journalism, interactive experiences, and data-driven storytelling that elevate Moody's brand and thought leadership. The team operates at the intersection of editorial strategy, design, technology, and analytics, helping global audiences better understand financial, economic, geopolitical, and emerging risk trends.

By joining this team, you will collaborate with analysts, editors, designers, and technologists who are passionate about turning data into meaningful stories that inform decisions and create impact.

View our work: Moody's Data Visualizations

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $75,600 - $124,700.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full‑time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.