Fitch

Senior Software Engineer

Fitch$140K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in designing and developing complex distributed application architecture.
  • 5+ years of expertise in Python, vector databases, FASTAPI, Pytest, and Docker.
  • In-depth knowledge of Langchain, Langgraph, Agent development, and MCP technology.
  • Experience with GenAI/RAG and Agentic RAG frameworks.
  • Proficient with relational databases, especially PostgresSQL.
  • Familiarity with AWS Lambda and AWS Bedrock service, along with model embedding and Doclinq.
  • Experience working in an agile environment using JIRA.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy cloud-native, container-based financial applications.
  • Develop new GenAI backend solutions using Python.
  • Design and implement GenAI applications leveraging Python and AWS Bedrock service.
  • Define and document best practices for application deployment and infrastructure maintenance.
  • Optimize application components for seamless performance across browsers and devices.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement combining in-office and remote work.
  • Opportunity to work within a talented and driven team.
  • Access to cutting-edge, modern technology stack including cloud-based and microservices architecture.
  • Focus on improving workflow quality and efficiency for end-users.
  • Encouragement of strong ideas and contributions that have a tangible impact.
Full Job Description
Fitch Group is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack based out of our NYC office.

Fitch Group Technology has a number of agile teams that deliver world-class innovative solutions to Fitch Group internal and external customers. This position will be within one of our agile teams delivering software products for our BMI business.

What We Offer:

In this position, you will have the opportunity to be a part of an exceptionally talented, bright and driven team, and apply your skills in novel ways. And you will have fun doing it! Our technology stack is modern - cloud based, containerized, serverless and microservices oriented. You will play a key role in implementing tools and processes that aim to improve the quality of our end-to-end code while creating a more efficient and sustainable workflow for our customers. You will work in a hybrid (in-office / Work from Home) arrangement, in a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued with a focus on achievable improvements that get used every day.

We'll Count on You To:
  • Design, develop and deploy cloud native container based financial applications
  • Developing new GenAI backend in Python.
  • Design, develop GenAI application Python and AWS Bedrock service.
  • Define and document best practices and strategies regarding application deployment and infrastructure maintenance
  • Optimize components to work seamlessly across different browsers and devices


What You Need to Have:
  • 7+ years of experience designing and developing distributed application architecture of moderate-to-high complexity.
  • 5+ years in python, vector database, FASTAPI, Pytest, Docker
  • In-depth knowledge and experience of Langchain, Langgraph, Agent development, MCP
  • Experience with GenAI/RAG, Agentic RAG
  • Experience with relational databases, particularly PostgresSql
  • Experience with AWS Lambda, AWS Bedrock service, embedding models, Re-ranker, Doclinq
  • Experience in working with scrum, keeping track of your sprint item in JIRA and completing everything on time.
  • Knowledge of performance testing frameworks including Mocha and Jest
  • Ability to troubleshoot distributed systems.
  • Ability to lead offshore team
  • Experience working with multicultural global technology teams in the financial industry
  • Exceptionally self-motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills


  • Familiarity with modern data architecture and engineering technologies
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely.

FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $140,000 and $150,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

About Fitch

Fitch Ratings Inc. is a credit rating agency and a subsidiary of Fitch Group, which is owned by Hearst Corporation. Fitch Ratings is headquartered in New York City and London. The company was founded by John Knowles Fitch on December 24, 1913 in New York City as the Fitch Publishing Company. It merged with London-based IBCA Limited in December 1997. In 2000 Fitch acquired both Chicago-based Duff & Phelps Credit Rating Co. (April) and Thomson BankWatch (December). Fitch Ratings is one of the three nationally recognized statistical rating organizations (NRSRO) designated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in 1975, together with Moody's and Standard & Poor's.
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