Senior Software Engineer

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
6–9 years of proven technology experience as a Senior Software Developer with proficiency in Microsoft .NET technology stack.
Strong understanding of .NET Core, C#, and object-oriented programming concepts.
Strong experience with software design patterns and architectural principles; experience working with layered, microservices, or event-driven architectures on enterprise-scale applications.
Proven experience in design and development of web applications using .NET Core, MVC, and Web APIs.
Strong proficiency in database technologies, including SQL Server and Oracle; experience in optimization of complex queries and stored procedures. Experience with PostgreSQL is highly desirable.
Expertise in at least one or more front-end technologies such as JavaScript, Node.js, React, and Ext JS.
Extensive hands-on experience with major cloud platforms, particularly AWS and Azure, and familiarity with cloud-native services.
Experience working on DevOps tools and practices, including GitHub, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Shell Scripting.
Experience in development of large-scale, enterprise-grade financial applications is highly desirable.
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues efficiently.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a proven track record of effective teamwork.
Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools such as Cursor and GitHub Copilot to boost productivity and efficiency.

Education
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field is required.

Responsibilities
As a Senior Software Engineer within the Asset Management technology teams, you will collaborate with global colleagues to develop and enhance our leading products in the Structured Finance area. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and implementing solutions that address complex challenges faced by clients in the fixed income finance sector.Design, develop, test, and debug both new and existing software applications, ensuring robust and scalable solutions that meet business objectives.
Consistently write clean, maintainable, and efficient code utilizing C#, .NET, and associated frameworks and technologies, following industry best practices and coding

standards.
Participate actively in architecture discussions and take a lead role in evaluating design choices, recommending suitable technologies, and ensuring architectural decisions align with both business and technical objectives.
Engage proactively with cross-functional teams—including project management and quality assurance—to fully understand project requirements, clarify objectives, and deliver high-quality software solutions that align with client needs.
Work on deployment of applications and facilitate software upgrades, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption to end users.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and efficiently resolve software defects and technical issues.
Provide ongoing technical support for applications, responding promptly to customer inquiries and ensuring optimal performance of deployed solutions.
Guide and mentor junior developers by providing technical leadership, sharing best practices, encouraging knowledge sharing, and offering constructive feedback through regular code reviews.
Lead by example in ensuring adherence to coding standards and software development methodologies.
Communicate project and task status clearly and regularly to stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment throughout the development process.
Contribute actively to documentation at each stage of the software development lifecycle, ensuring clarity, consistency, and ease of future maintenance.

About the Team
You’ll be joining a dynamic, global cross-functional team within Moody’s Analytics Asset Management business, with focus on our Structured Finance group. Our international team collaborates across borders, bringing together diverse expertise to serve some of the world’s most prestigious companies. We specialize in developing cutting-edge software, sophisticated models, and advanced analytics that empower leading organizations to make informed investment decisions. Our Asset Management team is committed to leveraging the latest advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence, to stay at the forefront of financial technology, consistently delivering robust and future-proof products to our clients. By working alongside talented colleagues worldwide, you’ll help our clients manage risks and seize opportunities in a constantly evolving financial landscape. Join a team celebrated for its culture of innovation, collaborative spirit, and commitment to delivering best-in-class technology solutions to an international clientele.

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.
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.
For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNet

Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.