Job details
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
- Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot for building scalable backend services
- Experience developing REST APIs and GraphQL endpoints used by distributed applications
- Hands-on experience with Angular for building responsive, user-centric interfaces
- Working knowledge of Node.js for backend or middleware development
- Strong understanding of relational and non-relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for deploying and maintaining cloud-based applications
- Ability to collaborate in an agile environment, participate in code reviews, and follow engineering best practices
- Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot
- Build and optimize REST and GraphQL APIs to support various product features
- Develop intuitive and responsive UI components using Angular
- Implement reusable components and services in Node.js where appropriate
- Manage database schemas, queries, and performance across PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Deploy, monitor, and troubleshoot applications in AWS environments
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions
- Participate in code reviews, contribute to coding standards, and support continuous improvement efforts
About the Team
Our Ratings Technology team is responsible for building and supporting the platforms, applications, and services that power Moody’s global ratings business & enable analysts to deliver high-quality, data-driven credit insights. By joining our team, you will contribute to modernizing core ratings systems, advancing cloud-native engineering practices, and leveraging AI-supported tools to improve workflow efficiency, data quality, and analytical capabilities
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $95,500.00 - $138,550.00, 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 accommodations@moodys.com. 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.
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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.
