Software Engineer, Full Stack - AI (Chicago)

Fitch Group • Chicago, IL

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Group is seeking a Software Engineer, Full Stack - AI. Fitch's Technology & Data Team is a dynamic department where innovation meets impact. Driven by investment in cutting-edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions, we’re home to diverse roles united by a passion for leveraging modern technology to drive projects that matter. The role involves working as part of an agile team in the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-scale web applications. The engineer will build an internal portal application using React, micro-frontend, micro-services, and event-driven architecture. They will also develop Java micro-services to support the frontend and produce/consume Kafka topics, collaborate with DevOps and other squads on the CI/CD pipeline, provide support on production issues, and mentor the team on React and micro-frontend developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in software engineering.
• 1 year hands-on experience with AWS data services (Glue, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB) and Python frameworks including PySpark, Pandas, and FastAPI
• Strong SQL proficiency with demonstrated ability to optimize queries and tune performance across relational and analytical databases
• Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka) and workflow orchestration tools (Airflow)
• 1+ years working with cloud data warehouses (Snowflake preferred) and modern table formats (Iceberg, Delta Lake, or similar)
• Practical experience with data governance platforms (Collibra, Alation) and exposure to data mesh architectures or data virtualization tools (e.g., Starburst)
• Demonstrated ability to design and build REST or GraphQL APIs with integrated data/ML features
• Proven ability to leverage AI-powered coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Amazon Q, Cursor, or similar) to accelerate development velocity and improve code quality
• Demonstrated experience using modern AI tools for code generation, debugging, refactoring, and documentation to deliver production-ready solutions faster
• Experience with relational database technologies such as SQLServer, PostgreSQL.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Azure services such as Blob storage, Azure Functions.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and frameworks like MCP, etc.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an agile team in design, development, and deployment of enterprise-scale web applications.
• Build an internal portal application using React, micro-frontend, micro-services, and event-driven architecture.
• Develop Java micro-services to support the frontend and produce/consume Kafka topics.
• Collaborate with DevOps and other squads on the CI/CD pipeline.
• Provide support on production issues and mentor the team on React and micro-frontend developments.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level