Staff Software Engineer – AI-Driven Data Platform

Moody's Investors Service; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 168,100 - 243,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Moody's Investors Service is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex, large-scale technical solutions. You will influence strategies, mentor engineers, and drive impactful outcomes across multiple teams. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and a solid background in software development.

Applicants should have at least 8 years of experience with programming languages such as Java, Scala, or Python, and be proficient in cloud-native application development. A competitive salary, along with benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience delivering high-impact, multi-team technical projects.
• Proficiency in Java, Scala, C#, C++, or Python.
• Experience with relational databases such as Postgres, MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Proven development of production-quality RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, resilience, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of complex technical solutions.
• Define and execute multi-year technical strategies.
• Deliver large-scale, high-stakes projects exceeding quality standards.
• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Communicate clear technical narratives to influence stakeholders.

Skills

Experience delivering high-impact projects

Proficiency in Java, Scala, C#, C++, or Python

Experience with relational databases

Development of RESTful APIs

Cloud-native application development

Understanding of data structures and algorithms

Knowledge of software design principles

Multi-threading and memory management

Problem-solving skills

Experience in artificial intelligence concepts

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Moody's Investors Service is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex, large-scale technical solutions. You will influence strategies, mentor engineers, and drive impactful outcomes across multiple teams. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and a solid background in software development.

Applicants should have at least 8 years of experience with programming languages such as Java, Scala, or Python, and be proficient in cloud-native application development. A competitive salary, along with benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, is offered.