AVP Mgr- AI Software Engineering

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. 

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

• Full-Stack Development Expertise: 10+ years of experience in Python, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, with strong proficiency in both front-end (React, Angular) and back-end (Django, FastAPI, Flask) frameworks.
• Generative AI & ML: Hands-on experience building and deploying Agentic AI solutions (e.g., chatbots, enterprise assistants) using tools like FastMCP, Azure AI Search
• Cloud & Architecture: Skilled in designing cloud-based solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with experience in containerization (Docker), DevOps pipelines, and version control (Git)., LangSmith, LangChain, OpenAI API, and custom LLMs; familiarity with ML frameworks, NLP techniques, and MLOps workflows.
• Database & Data Management: Proficient in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, Cosmos DB) systems; experienced in auditing and resolving data quality issues.
• Testing & Security: Strong understanding of secure coding practices, authentication, and encryption; experienced with AI testing frameworks like LangSmith and Langfuse as well as code testing frameworks like Pytest, Cypress, and Jest.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Excellent communication and team management skills; proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver AI-powered solutions that drive business value.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving: Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills; thrives in fast-paced environments and consistently meets deadlines.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-stack application development, integrating Python backends with modern front-end frameworks, and deploying solutions on AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Design and implement enterprise-grade Generative AI solutions, including LLM-based chatbots and domain-specific assistants aligned with business goals.
• Develop collaborative apps on platforms like Microsoft Teams and Viva, enhancing user engagement and productivity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, business, operations, and design teams to align technical solutions with user needs and strategic objectives.
• Write secure, reusable, and testable code, enforce best practices, and participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
• Mentor and guide developers, lead team discussions, and manage GitHub repositories to support team growth and project continuity.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to leadership and stakeholders, while staying current with emerging technologies and tools.

About The Team

AVP Software Engineer will lead our team in developing and maintaining complex web applications. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in building enterprise capable back-end and front-end development using Python, as well as strong leadership and communication skills. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding and mentoring other developers, collaborating with designers to implement user-friendly interfaces, and ensuring the quality and scalability of our applications.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $140,200.00 - $203,350.00, 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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